Mercedes Benz Sprinter: Bonded Windows May Detach In A Collision

Recall Summary Mercedes-Benz is recalling 5 Sprinter vehicles because bonded windows and roof components may detach during a collision due to inadequate paint adhesion on the bonding surfaces. The affected vehicles will have their bonded windows (except the windshield), tie-down rails, and super high roof (if equipped) removed and reinstalled, with the bonding surfaces repainted.

Recalling firm

MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED

Product

Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER. Units affected: 5

Reason

In the event of an accident the windows bonded tie down rails and the super high roof (if fitted) could detach and increase the risk of injury due to the lack of adhesion of non-conforming paint. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and remove/install all bonded windows (excluding the windshield) and tie down rails and/or super high roof (if present) as well as repainting the corresponding bonding surfaces.

Classification

Class II

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2016-09-08

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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