NHTSA (USA)High Risk
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500NHTSA Campaign #16V670000
The official notice
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured March 1, 2016, to May 31, 2016. The bolts connecting the lower seat belt connection to the rear bench seat may not have been properly tightened.
Safety Risk
If the bolts were not properly tightened, the seat belt may fail to secure the seat occupant in the event of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and Sprinter dealers will inspect the connecting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
271 vehicles affectedUpdated June 10, 2026