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      <title>New NHTSA recall: PARKING BRAKE</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles.  The parking brake cable bracket welds may fail and disengage the parking brake.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, &quot;Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems.&quot;</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: UNKNOWN OR OTHER</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>VEHICLE WAS SITTING IN PARK RUNNING, AFTER 2 MINUTES I HEARD A POP AND IT POPPED OUT OF PARK INTO DRIVE AND SPED OFF RUNNING INTO A WALL.</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>The contact drives a company owned 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the crosswind stabilization system briefly activated, automatically applying the brakes and steering the vehicle in the direction the system believed was necessary to counter a strong crosswind. However, the contact stated that he was not driving through a crosswind when t</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>The Distronic Cruise Control stops working and then will start working again several times on long trips.  After research it appears if the radar doesn't detect anything in front of your vehicle for an hour it thinks it is inoperable and and shuts the Distronic Cruise Control off and it cannot be reengaged.  If it detect a vehicles in front of you for four minutes or more it will reset the radar a</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>The Distronic Cruise Control stops working and then will start working again several times on long trips.  After research it appears if the radar doesn't detect anything in front of your vehicle for an hour it thinks it is inoperable and and shuts the Distronic Cruise Control off and it cannot be reengaged.  If it detect a vehicles in front of you for four minutes or more it will reset the radar a</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: POWER TRAIN</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Vehicle is unable to move apparently because of a design flaw that allows water to travel down cables into the EIS as described here [XXX]  and here [XXX]  INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>On long trips (when you need cruise control the most) the adaptive cruise control will (seemingly at random) stop working with a warning about the active distance assist and active brake assist.  It has happened in all situations from heavy traffic to long distances of no other cars on the road.  It stays non-functional for anywhere from a few minutes to several days.  It has happened many times. </description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>On long trips (when you need cruise control the most) the adaptive cruise control will (seemingly at random) stop working with a warning about the active distance assist and active brake assist.  It has happened in all situations from heavy traffic to long distances of no other cars on the road.  It stays non-functional for anywhere from a few minutes to several days.  It has happened many times. </description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>On long trips (when you need cruise control the most) the adaptive cruise control will (seemingly at random) stop working with a warning about the active distance assist and active brake assist.  It has happened in all situations from heavy traffic to long distances of no other cars on the road.  It stays non-functional for anywhere from a few minutes to several days.  It has happened many times. </description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: TIRES:TREAD/BELT</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>The component that has failed has been the tread wearing out and as well as the 'layers' of the tire literally started to peel almost the size of a quarter. I am extremely uncomfortable to drive on the highway, knowing these tires are this early on starting to fall apart. The problem was confirmed by a dealer however neither the dealer or KUMHO wants to accept responsibility. These specific tires </description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: TIRES:MARKINGS</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>The component that has failed has been the tread wearing out and as well as the 'layers' of the tire literally started to peel almost the size of a quarter. I am extremely uncomfortable to drive on the highway, knowing these tires are this early on starting to fall apart. The problem was confirmed by a dealer however neither the dealer or KUMHO wants to accept responsibility. These specific tires </description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: TIRES:BEAD</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>The component that has failed has been the tread wearing out and as well as the 'layers' of the tire literally started to peel almost the size of a quarter. I am extremely uncomfortable to drive on the highway, knowing these tires are this early on starting to fall apart. The problem was confirmed by a dealer however neither the dealer or KUMHO wants to accept responsibility. These specific tires </description>
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      <title>New NHTSA recall: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles.  A 12-Volt ground connection may not be secured properly, which can result in the ground connection overheating and a loss of drive power.</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: UNKNOWN OR OTHER</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>After vehicle was placed in park it rolled by it self and damaged garage door to a property. Also I have a recording of vehicle rolling after placed in park.  Vehicle has been at dealer for last 4 weeks and they can not duplicate problem according to them.  no warning lamps</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA recall: STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles.  The partition wall may be missing bolts, allowing the wall to detach during a crash.</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA recall: STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles.  The partition wall may be missing bolts, allowing the wall to detach during a crash.</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA recall: STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles.  The longitudinal frame members may be missing reinforcement fasteners, reducing vehicle stability and decreasing the structural integrity of the third-row seats.</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA recall: STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles.  The partition wall may be missing bolts, allowing the wall to detach during a crash.</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA recall: STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles.  The longitudinal frame members may be missing reinforcement fasteners, reducing vehicle stability and decreasing the structural integrity of the third-row seats.</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA recall: STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles.  The partition wall may be missing bolts, allowing the wall to detach during a crash.</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA recall: STRUCTURE:BODY</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles.  The connection between the propeller shaft bearing and crossmember may loosen, reducing vehicle control.</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA recall: STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles.  The longitudinal frame members may be missing reinforcement fasteners, reducing vehicle stability and decreasing the structural integrity of the third-row seats.</description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles.  The partition wall may be missing bolts, allowing the wall to detach during a crash.</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: ENGINE</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Fuel pump recall July 5. No resolution. Vehicle deemed unsafe per recall. Please advise. Have contacted Mercedes Benz and also local dealer. No resolution at this time. What are the next steps?</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: UNKNOWN OR OTHER</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>This recall has been outstanding since July. It is now 2 months later and there is no remedy or repair noted for this safety concern. What are the next steps for resolution of this situation?</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>on 08-03=23, I as driving MB sprinter van on highway Route 84 east toward Connecticut, when I was near Southington exit smoke was coming out of AC vent, I took exit to route 10 and stopped van right after exit on the road, and opened hood, there was active fire near lower left side engine, with help of drivers who stopped behind me, I extinguished fire with fire extinguisher and called MB road ser</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>on 08-03=23, I as driving MB sprinter van on highway Route 84 east toward Connecticut, when I was near Southington exit smoke was coming out of AC vent, I took exit to route 10 and stopped van right after exit on the road, and opened hood, there was active fire near lower left side engine, with help of drivers who stopped behind me, I extinguished fire with fire extinguisher and called MB road ser</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA recall: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Sprinter and 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles.  The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA recall: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Sprinter and 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles.  The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.</description>
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      <title>New NHTSA complaint: SERVICE BRAKES</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description>The contact's husband owns a 2021 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the brakes and brakes rotors were serviced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where the brakes and brakes rotors were serviced for a second time. The con</description>
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