MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 4500 (2020) recall — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Daimler Vans USA recalls 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 vehicles with potentially damaged brake hoses that could leak brake fluid, risking loss of braking control and crashes.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Over time, the hose could begin to leak brake fluid, affecting the braking performance of the vehicle, including the potential loss of directional stability when braking, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2020 Sprinter 4500 vehicles with brake hoses that may have been damaged during production. This could cause brake fluid leaks, leading to loss of braking control and increased crash risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/79873-mercedes-benz-sprinter-4500-2020-brake-hose-recall-risk-of.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/79873-mercedes-benz-sprinter-4500-2020-brake-hose-recall-risk-of · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #20V631000
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“Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 (2020) Brake Hose Recall: Risk of Crash.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/79873-mercedes-benz-sprinter-4500-2020-brake-hose-recall-risk-of. Based on NHTSA recall #20V631000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V631000).
Why it’s dangerous
Over time, the brake hoses may leak brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance. This could cause loss of directional stability when braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 vehicles are affected. Drivers with vehicles that have brake hoses damaged during production are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 has brake hoses that were damaged during production. The recall covers vehicles with this specific issue.
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What to do — step by step
Check Brake Hoses
Contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267 to have the brake hoses inspected and replaced if needed.
What NHTSA says to do
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the condition of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles and replace them as needed, free of charge. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3MONTLAU.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The outer area of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles may have been damaged during production, which could lead to brake fluid leaks.
How can I tell if my vehicle is affected?
Your vehicle is affected if it is a 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 with brake hoses that were damaged during production.
What should I do if my vehicle is affected?
DVUSA will inspect and replace the brake hoses at no cost. Contact customer service at 1-877-762-8267 to schedule the service.
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 20V631000 — Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz Hello, I own a Mercedes-Benz that is covered by recall 20V631000 from Mercedes-Benz. The official recall notice states: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the condition of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles and replace them as needed, free of charge. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3MONTLAU. 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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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 #20V631000 (October 14, 2020)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 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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