Recalls
Recall 78853
USA Recall: In the event of a crash, the seat benches in these vehicles may not perform as required such that a child restraint may not stay properly secured, increasing the risk of injury.
Sprinter is recalling certain model year 2011 sprinter 2500 vehicles sold both under the mercedes-benz and freightliner brand names. certain seat benches have been mounted with a latch bracket for child restraints that was not welded properly.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect the seat bench and replace the bench as needed, free of charge. the safety recall began on september 16, 2011. owners may contact sprinter at 1-877-762-8267.
Additional Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Affected Vehicles