The incorrect UVW label can result in final stage manufacturers exceeding the maximum vehicle weight once the vehicle is completed. A vehicle that exceeds its maximum weight has an increased risk of a crash.
The incorrect UVW label can result in final stage manufacturers exceeding the maximum vehicle weight once the vehicle is completed. A vehicle that exceeds its maximum weight has an increased risk of a crash.
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Source Page by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226207-mercedes-benz-sprinter-2500-2017-recall-equipment · Recall date February 15, 2018 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V113000
“MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500 (2017) recall — Equipment.” GovInfoNow, recall dated February 15, 2018. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226207-mercedes-benz-sprinter-2500-2017-recall-equipment. Based on NHTSA recall 18V113000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V113000).
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the UVW label and inspect the vehicle to make sure that it is not overloaded, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Daimler Vans USA, LLC to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V113000 — Daimler Vans USA, LLC MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500 (2017) recall — Equipment Hello, I own a MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500 (2017) recall — Equipment that is covered by recall 18V113000 from Daimler Vans USA, LLC. The official recall notice states: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the UVW label and inspect the vehicle to make sure that it is not overloaded, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. 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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