MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER (VS30) (2019) recall — Steering
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2019 models with steering shaft disconnect risk sudden loss of control. Owners must stop driving immediately and have steering bolts inspected by dealers.
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The steering shaft disconnecting from the steering gear can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing risk of a crash.
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What happened, in plain English
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2019 vehicles with a specific steering shaft connection issue may lose steering control suddenly. This recall requires immediate action to prevent crashes. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224197-mercedes-benz-sprinter-2019-steering-recall-risk-of-sudden-loss.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224197-mercedes-benz-sprinter-2019-steering-recall-risk-of-sudden-loss · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V070000
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“Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2019 Steering Recall: Risk of Sudden Loss of Control.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224197-mercedes-benz-sprinter-2019-steering-recall-risk-of-sudden-loss. Based on NHTSA recall #19V070000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V070000).
Why it’s dangerous
The steering shaft can disconnect without warning from the steering gear. This causes sudden loss of steering control, which increases crash risk during normal driving conditions.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 vehicles are affected. Drivers of these vehicles face the highest risk due to potential sudden loss of steering control.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 vehicle was sold between February 15, 2019, and the recall date. The recall number is 2019010006.
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What to do — step by step
Stop Using Vehicle Immediately
Daimler Vans will notify owners to stop driving the affected vehicle immediately to prevent sudden loss of steering control.
Contact Dealer for Inspection
Dealers will inspect and tighten or adjust the bolts connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Daimler Vans will notify owners, advising them to stop driving the vehicle immediately. Dealers will inspect the bolts connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear, fully tightening and/or adjusting them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Van's customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Daimler Van's number for this recall is 2019010006.
Questions people ask
What is the recall number for this Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2019 steering issue?
The recall number is 2019010006.
When did this recall start?
The recall began February 15, 2019.
How can I get my vehicle inspected?
Contact Daimler Van's customer service at 1-800-367-6372 to arrange a free inspection at a dealer.
Contact Mercedes-Benz
We’ve drafted a message you can send Mercedes-Benz to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V070000 — Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz Hello, I own a Mercedes-Benz that is covered by recall 19V070000 from Mercedes-Benz. The official recall notice states: Daimler Vans will notify owners, advising them to stop driving the vehicle immediately. Dealers will inspect the bolts connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear, fully tightening and/or adjusting them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Van's customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Daimler Van's number for this recall is 2019010006. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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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 #19V070000 (January 31, 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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