MERCEDES-BENZ — recall

Automotive · United States · 2025-02-14

Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vehicles, rear axle helical gear welds may be faulty

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-02-14
Manufacturer	Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Models affected	ESPRINTER
Model year	2024
Units affected	689
Defect	Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vehicles. The welds on the helical gear within the rear axle drivetrain may fail, causing a loss of drive power._x000D_ A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, drivetrain failure can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Component	PARKING BRAKE
Remedy	Dealers will replace the rear axle electric drivetrain, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is V3ESCHWEI.
Recall number	25V090000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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