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Vehicle recall 21V779000 · October 6, 2021

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500, Sprinter 2500 and 2 more models

A cable duct may drop out of place due to unlatched engagement hooks inside the battery case.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. A cable duct may drop out of place due to unlatched engagement hooks inside the battery case. This may cause the starter-generator wiring harness to chafe against the transmission carrier, which could result in an electrical short-circuit.
Consequence
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engagement hooks on the affected cable duct with expanding rivets, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA's customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KABKAN.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
21V779000
Reported to NHTSA
October 6, 2021
Filed by
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Manufacturer campaign
VS3KABKAN
Owner notification
November 2, 2021
Vehicles potentially affected
38
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Electrical system › Wiring
Recall 21V779000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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