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Mercedes-Benz Vans Sprinter 906 and Sprinter recalled over a loss of power risk

Loss of power

On affected vehicles the fuel filter heater may be deactivated. If this happens a fuel gelling may occur at low temperatures and an unexpected loss of propulsion cannot be ruled out.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

2 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • Sprinter 906

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 19/10/2010 – 08/08/2012
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • SRV2308
  • Sprinter

    Build dates
    • 28/09/2010 – 28/09/2012
    Manufacturer reference
    • SRV2308

What to do now

Some Mercedes-Benz Vans Sprinter 906 and Sprinter could stall or lose drive unexpectedly.

  1. Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
  2. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
  3. Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.

Why it matters. A sudden loss of power on a busy road or junction increases the risk of a collision.

Repairs and costs

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected.

The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2023/348). Quoted as issued.

Summary

On affected vehicles the fuel filter heater may be deactivated. If this happens a fuel gelling may occur at low temperatures and an unexpected loss of propulsion cannot be ruled out.

Defect

On affected vehicles the fuel filter heater may be deactivated. If this happens a fuel gelling may occur at low temperatures and an unexpected loss of propulsion cannot be ruled out.

Remedy

Code the CDI control unit to ensure the activation of the fuel filter heater

Models

Sprinter 906, Sprinter

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are Mercedes-Benz Vans Sprinter 906 and Sprinter being recalled?

Some Mercedes-Benz Vans Sprinter 906 and Sprinter could stall or lose drive unexpectedly. A sudden loss of power on a busy road or junction increases the risk of a collision.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.

Will the repair cost anything?

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected. The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

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