Freightliner Sprinter 4500 (2019) Fuel Leak Recall: Slippery Roads Risk
Daimler Vans USA recalls 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 4500s with diesel fuel leaks that could cause slippery roads and crashes. Owners must have fuel pump bayonet lock inspected free by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A diesel fuel leak can create slippery road conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 4500 trucks with a diesel fuel leak risk. This leak could create slippery road conditions, increasing crash risk. Affected vehicles need a free dealer inspection of the fuel pump bayonet lock. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1223851-freightliner-sprinter-4500-2019-fuel-leak-recall-slippery-roads-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1223851-freightliner-sprinter-4500-2019-fuel-leak-recall-slippery-roads-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V798000
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“Freightliner Sprinter 4500 (2019) Fuel Leak Recall: Slippery Roads Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1223851-freightliner-sprinter-4500-2019-fuel-leak-recall-slippery-roads-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #19V798000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V798000).
Why it’s dangerous
The bayonet lock between the fuel pump and fuel tank might not be properly locked during manufacturing. This can cause fuel leaks that create slippery road conditions, increasing crash risk. Additionally, some gas pumps may not stop filling once the tank is full, causing overflow.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 4500 trucks with diesel fuel systems are affected. Drivers using these vehicles on roads with potential leaks face the highest risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 4500 models with diesel fuel systems. The recall began January 3, 2020, and applies to vehicles sold during that period.
- Brand
Daimler Vans USA- Category
Vehicle
What to do — step by step
Contact DVUSA Customer Service
Call 1-877-762-8267 to get the recall number VS3KRAFMOD and schedule a dealer inspection.
Have Dealer Inspect Fuel Pump
Dealers will inspect the bayonet lock on the fuel pump and lock it as necessary at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bayonet lock on the fuel pump, locking it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 3, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KRAFMOD.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 6 months.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Recall began
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V798000 (July 11, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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