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2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Oct 28, 2020

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 average of 12.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, And Connections, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 20V663000

Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, And Connections

Manufacturer: Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Reported Oct 28, 2020

What is recalled

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach at their connection points under certain operating conditions, causing hydraulic fluid to leak.

Safety consequence

The sudden loss of power steering assist and hydraulic steering fluid leaking onto the roadway may increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the return line connections of the power steering system, correcting it as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this campaign is NV3LETULPE.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 model years

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2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology