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Name: Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle
Brand: Mercedes-Benz

Automotive · European Union · 2024-08-30

Origin: Germany

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van electrical connector insulation fault may affect steering assist

Country	European Union
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-08-30
Country of origin	Germany
Manufacturer	Mercedes-Benz
Models affected	Sprinter
Defect	The electrical connector may not be properly insulated, leading moisture to enter into the steering assist system control unit. This could disrupt the transmission of signals in the control unit, resulting in the power-assisted steering being deactivated without warning. This could increase the risk of an accident. Moreover, the improper insulation could also cause a short circuit, creating a risk of fire.
Remedy	Recall of the product from end users.
Recall number	A12/02465/24
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	UNECE regulations, EU type-approval · Full guide →

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