2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter recalled – Drive

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The wiring defect could cause an electrical overload leading to a fire, according to the recall notice.

Mercedes-Benz Australia has recalled 57 examples of its 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, citing a manufacturing defect with the van’s alternator and electric steering wiring.

The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “Due to a manufacturing issue, the alternator wiring and the electric steering wiring may not be installed correctly.

“The wiring harness could be damaged due to being overloaded and could result in a vehicle fire.

“A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders, and/or damage to property.”

Date of recall notice	12 September 2022
Make	Mercedes-Benz
Model	Sprinter
Year	2021
Vehicles affected	57
VIN list	Click here to download the list of affected VINs
Contact link	Click here to contact the manufacturer

Mercedes-Benz reported 3067 examples of the Sprinter and Sprinter Bus as sold throughout 2021.

A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the 57 vehicles involved in the recall can be found here.

Mercedes-Benz advises owners of affected vehicles to contact their nearest authorised Mercedes-Benz dealership to have the work carried out as soon as possible free of charge.

Owners can use Mercedes-Benz Australia’s online booking service by clicking here.

To have your vehicle checked, find your closest Mercedes-Benz dealership by clicking here.

Jordan Mulach is Canberra/Ngunnawal born, currently residing in Brisbane/Turrbal. Joining the Drive team in 2022, Jordan has previously worked for Auto Action, MotorsportM8, The Supercars Collective and TouringCarTimes, WhichCar, Wheels, Motor and Street Machine. Jordan is a self-described iRacing addict and can be found on weekends either behind the wheel of his Octavia RS or swearing at his ZH Fairlane.