Inspect Frame Reinforcement – 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter

SEOCONTENT-START

TO: Freightliner Dealer Principals, General
Managers, Service Managers, Parts Managers
FROM: Anthony Washington, Senior Manager,
Regula􀆟ons and Cer􀆟fica􀆟ons
Re: Launch Recall Campaign No􀆟fica􀆟on
Model 907 Sprinter
Model Years 2019-2021
Inspect Frame Reinforcement
DATE: February, 2024
IMPORTANT RECALL CAMPAIGN INFORMATION
Please see the atached documents related to the campaign listed above.
Campaign No. : Campaign Desc. : Inspect Frame Reinforcement
2024010007 VS3ROHRAH
This is to no􀆟fy you of a Recall Campaign to inspect the Frame Reinforcement on approximately 130 MY 2019-2021 Freightliner
Sprinter Vans. The recall campaign will be visible on the www.safercar.gov website and may generate ques􀆟ons from customers. All
affected VINs will be flagged as “OPEN” in VMI and cannot be sold.
Background
Issue
Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Freightliner Sprinter Vans, has determined that on
certain Sprinter (907 pla􀆞orm) vehicles, the longitudinal frame members of the body-in-white might not
meet specifica􀆟ons. Missing reinforcements might lead to damage in the rear area of the longitudinal
frame members. Over 􀆟me, impairment of driving stability cannot be ruled out. In addi􀆟on, vehicles
equipped with a bench seat in the 3rd passenger seat row, could experience a failure of the seat
moun􀆟ngs in the event of a crash. In this case, the risk of injury would increase.
What We’re Doing DVUSA will conduct a voluntary recall. As a precau􀆟onary measure, an authorized Freightliner Sprinter
dealer will check the longitudinal frame members on the affected vehicles and rework them, if necessary.
Parts Parts are available and can be ordered as necessary.
Vehicles Affected
Vehicle Model Year(s) 2019-2021
Vehicle Model Sprinter
Vehicle Popula􀆟ons
Popula􀆟on 130
Dealer Inventory 0
Given this no􀆟ce, it is a viola􀆟on of Federal law for a dealer to sell or lease any new Sprinter vehicles in dealer inventory covered
by this no􀆟fica􀆟on un􀆟l the vehicle has been repaired.
Loaner and demonstrator vehicles may con􀆟nue to be driven, but must not be retailed un􀆟l repaired.
Addi􀆟onally, given this no􀆟ce, it is a viola􀆟on of Federal Law for rental companies to rent new Sprinter vehicles covered by this
no􀆟fica􀆟on un􀆟l the vehicle has been repaired.
Next Steps/Notes
Customer No􀆟fica􀆟on Timeline An owner no􀆟fica􀆟on leter to be mailed in March, 2024.
AOMS/SOMS AOMs – This recall may generate ques􀆟ons from your dealers. Please forward this
no􀆟ce to your dealers ASAP.
Rental Fleet Partners
This recall may affect vehicles in your fleet. Please contact your respec􀆟ve DVUSA fleet
representa􀆟ve for further informa􀆟on and next steps. For repairs, please contact your
preferred DVUSA dealer.
While we regret any inconvenience this may cause, we are determined to maintain a high level of vehicle quality and customer
sa􀆟sfac􀆟on.
Model 907.6##/7## #T
with code V40 (Crew cab floor assy)
Operation no. of the operation texts or standard texts and flat rates
Category Op. no. Operation text Time Damage Code Codeword
L 12 1609 Operations: Subsequently reinforce 2 longitudinal
frame members
14.3 hrs 3190304 VS3ROHRAH
D61.25-A014-79
1 Vehicle floor a Dimension (width of crease)
1.1 Sections b Dimension (approx. 120 mm)
01 Welding protection blanket d Dimension (approx. 190 mm)
V-RC-2024010007 1
c Dimension (approx. 565 mm)
D61.25-A024-76
D61.25-A013-78
1 Vehicle floor 3 Reinforcements
2 Reinforcements 01 Welding protection blanket
2 V-RC-2024010007
aDanger The high voltage used for electric
welding presents a lethal hazard.
Risk of explosion from welding in
areas close to highly inflammable
materials. Risk of injury from
weld splatter and UV-light when
welding. Risk of poisoning from
inhaling welding gases
Use insulating mats. Wear
protective clothing, safety glasses
and a protective mask. Remove
highly inflammable materials from
the hazard area. Use air extraction
system.
AS00.00-Z-0007-01A
aCaution Risk of injury caused by scraping
or cutting body parts on sharp
vehicle parts
Always wear protective gloves
when working on or near sharp
and non-deburred vehicle parts.
Deburr repair panels.
AS00.00-Z-0017-01A
Notice Measures for preventing damage
to vehicles or components when
performing electric welding work
AH00.00-P-0005-01KOA
Notice Notes on battery AH54.10-P-0001-01A
Notice General information on body repair AH60.00-P-0001-01KOA
Notice Notes on carrying out repair work
in the vehicle interior
AH68.00-D-0001-01KOS
g Check
1 Check whether vehicle is affected
by measure.
Clip: Subsequently reinforce Page 7
longitudinal frame member (code:
VS3ROHRAH, acc. no.: 31 903 04)
i
A video with a simplified
presentation is available for this
measure. Nevertheless, all work
instructions and information in
this document are to be
observed as a matter of priority.
e Remove
2 Remove passenger bench seat.
f Model 907.6##/7## #T with
passenger compartment seating
AR91.21-D-4425TS
3 Remove seat anchorages for
passenger bench seat/passenger
bench seats.
f AR91.21-D-3772TSR
4 Remove B-pillar trim on driver’s
side.
f Model 907.7 AR68.30-D-4707TS
f Remove/install B-pillar trim Model 907.6 AR68.30-D-4705TS
V-RC-2024010007 3
5 Remove B-pillar trim on front
passenger side.
f Model 907.7 AR68.30-D-4706TS
f Remove/install B-pillar trim Model 907.6 AR68.30-D-4705TS
6 Remove D-pillar trim.
f AR68.30-D-4497TSR
7 Remove floor covering in
passenger compartment.
f AR68.80-D-0012TSR
Retrofit reinforcements
8 Scribe separation lines on vehicle
floor (1).
i
The width of the cutout is based on
the laser weld seams (A).
The length of the cutout is based
on the chamfer (D).
Dimension a: 70 mm
Dimension b: 120 mm
Dimension d: 180 mm
9 Cover all detachable parts
remaining in vehicle with welding
protection blankets (01).
i
Commercially available devices/
tools
Welding protection blanket
10 Detach vehicle floor (1). p
Do not make the cuts too deep.
This prevents damage to the
component parts located
underneath.
11 Remove sections (1.1). i
Do not dispose of sections (1.1).
12 Clean weld joints and sheet metal
flange.
i
Commercially available devices/
tools
Rotary wire brush
13 Retrofit reinforcements (2, 3). Page 8
A 000 588 02 84 00 Welder WS60.00-P-0022K
i
For reinforcements (3), observe
dimension c: 565 mm.
i
Commercially available devices/
tools
Clamping pliers (Standard)
Smoke extraction
Rotary wire brush
1K-zinc dust paint BR00.45-Z-1056-07A
14 Insert vehicle floor (1).
A 000 588 02 84 00 Welder WS60.00-P-0022K
4 V-RC-2024010007
15 Clean weld joints and sheet metal
flange.
i
Commercially available devices/
tools
Clamping pliers (Standard)
Smoke extraction
Rotary wire brush
16 Remove welding protection
blankets.
aDanger Risk of explosion caused by
paint vapors igniting. Risk of
poisoning caused by inhaling
paint vapors.
No smoking! No open fire! Use
respiratory protection, protective
clothing, gloves, safety glasses
and protective skin cream. Ensure
that the area is well ventilated.
AS98.00-Z-0002-01A
17 Prime repair area with primer filler.
Notice Notes on paintwork repairs AH98.00-P-9408-02A
i
Use only primer fillers approved by
manufacturer.
See guidelines for paint technology
in the workshop portal.
aDanger Risk of explosion caused by
paint vapors igniting. Risk of
poisoning caused by inhaling
paint vapors.
No smoking! No open fire! Use
respiratory protection, protective
clothing, gloves, safety glasses
and protective skin cream. Ensure
that the area is well ventilated.
AS98.00-Z-0002-01A
18 Paint repair area and adjacent
surfaces.
Notice General notes on touch-up
applicators and paint spray cans
AH98.00-P-9409-06A
Notice Notes on paintwork repairs AH98.00-P-9408-02A
i
Use only paints approved by
Daimler AG.
See guidelines for paint technology
in the workshop portal.
19 Add cavity preservation to repair
area.
f AR97.20-D-1500TS
d Install
20 Install floor covering in passenger
compartment.
f AR68.80-D-0012TSR
21 Install D-pillar trim.
f AR68.30-D-4497TSR
22 Install B-pillar trim on front
passenger side.
f Model 907.7 AR68.30-D-4706TS
f Remove/install B-pillar trim Model 907.6 AR68.30-D-4705TS
V-RC-2024010007 5
23 Install B-pillar trim on driver’s side.
f Model 907.7 AR68.30-D-4707TS
f Remove/install B-pillar trim Model 907.6 AR68.30-D-4705TS
24 Install seat anchorages for
passenger bench seat/passenger
bench seats.
f AR91.21-D-3772TSR
25 Install passenger bench seat.
f Model 907.6##/7## #T with
passenger compartment seating
AR91.21-D-4425TS
Repair materials
Order number Designation Number
A 000 986 28 00 09 1K-zinc dust paint BR00.45-Z-1056-07A
Parts ordering note
Part no. Designation Quantity
A 906 311 06 95 Front longitudinal member reinforcement 2
A 906 311 01 53 Rear longitudinal member reinforcement 2
— Additional replacement part scopes, small parts and consumable materials required
for carrying out this service measure must be replaced in accordance with the
information in the repair documents referenced in this document. These must be
determined according to the vehicle identification number (FIN) via the “XENTRY
Parts Information” system and, whilst not listed in the parts ordering note, they are
included in the costing.
As Needed
6 V-RC-2024010007
GB61.25-D-0000-00A Clip: Subsequently reinforce
longitudinal frame member
(code: VS3ROHRAH, acc. no.:
31 903 04)
Model 907.6##/7## #T
with code V40 (Crew cab floor assy)
wsm://04_202400_04
V-RC-2024010007 7
SM61.25-D-0006-02SGG Retrofit reinforcements in
longitudinal frame members
(code: VS3ROHRAH, acc. no.:
31 903 04)
aDanger Risk of explosion caused by
paint vapors igniting. Risk of
poisoning caused by inhaling
paint vapors.
No smoking! No open fire! Use
respiratory protection,
protective clothing, gloves,
safety glasses and protective
skin cream. Ensure that the
area is well ventilated.
AS98.00-Z-0002-01A
aDanger Risk of explosion and
poisoning caused by solvent
vapors and gasses. Risk of
injury to skin and eyes when
working with anticorrosion
agents
Never spray corrosion
protection on flames or hot,
glowing objects and keep them
well away from all potential
sources of ignition. Use them
only in well-ventilated rooms;
wear respiratory protection.
AS97.00-Z-0001-01A
aDanger The high voltage used for
electric welding presents a
lethal hazard. Risk of
explosion from welding in
areas close to highly
inflammable materials. Risk of
injury from weld splatter and
UV-light when welding. Risk of
poisoning from inhaling
welding gases
Use insulating mats. Wear
protective clothing, safety
glasses and a protective mask.
Remove highly inflammable
materials from the hazard
area. Use air extraction
system.
AS00.00-Z-0007-01A
aCaution Risk of injury caused by
scraping or cutting body parts
on sharp vehicle parts
Always wear protective gloves
when working on or near sharp
and non-deburred vehicle
parts.
Deburr repair panels.
AS00.00-Z-0017-01A
Notice Notes on paintwork repairs AH98.00-P-9408-02A
Notice Notes on cavity preservation AH97.20-P-0001-01B
Notice Notes on carrying out repair
work in the vehicle interior
AH68.00-D-0001-01KOS
Notice General information on body
repair
AH60.00-P-0001-01KOA
Notice Measures for preventing
damage to vehicles or
components when performing
electric welding work
AH00.00-P-0005-01KOA
Notice Notes on paintwork repairs AH98.00-P-9408-02A
General information on
operation items and work
procedures for painting
AH98.00-P-0003-01A
Model 907.6##/7## #T
with code V40 (Crew cab floor assy)
Prepare vehicle floor sections
8 V-RC-2024010007
1 Grind mating
surfaces in the
cross-hatched areas
on sections (1.1, 1.2)
of vehicle floor down
to bare metal.
2 Remove shavings.
D61.25-A015-76
Prepare reinforcements for installation
3 Grind mating surfaces in the crosshatched
areas on reinforcements (2, 3)
down to bare metal.
4 Remove shavings.
D61.25-A016-82
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
Prepare longitudinal members
V-RC-2024010007 9
D61.25-A017-79
5 Grind mating surfaces in the crosshatched
areas on longitudinal members
(1) down to bare metal.
6 Remove shavings.
Prepare vehicle floor
D61.25-A018-77
7 Grind mating surfaces in cross-hatched
areas on vehicle floor (4) down to bare
metal.
8 Remove shavings.
Install reinforcements
10 V-RC-2024010007
D61.25-A019-79
9 Position reinforcements (2, 3) in
longitudinal member (1).
i
Reinforcements (2): A 906 311 06 95
Reinforcements (3): A 906 311 01 53
i
Observe dimension (C) here. Dimension
(C) is 565 mm.
10 Reinforcements (2, 3) k f (areas D,
E).
i
Inert gas weld in intervals and allow to
cool down in between. This reduces the
heat distortion.
V-RC-2024010007 11
D61.25-A020-79
11 Clean weld joints and sheet metal
flanges in cross-hatched area.
12 Prime repair area with a primer filler.
i
Use only primer fillers approved by
manufacturer.
See guidelines for paint technology in
the workshop portal.
12 V-RC-2024010007
Install sections
1.1 Part section
1.2 Part section
4 Vehicle floor
D61.25-A021-76
D61.25-A022-79
13 Position sections (1.1, 1.2) on vehicle
floor (3).
14 Tack sections (1.1, 1.2) k e into place.
15 Sections (1.1, 1.2) k f (areas F, G).
i
Inert gas weld in intervals and allow to
cool down in between. This reduces the
heat distortion.
V-RC-2024010007 13
16 Grind inert gas weld down flat (areas F,
G).
17 Remove shavings.
D61.25-A023-79
18 Clean weld joints and sheet metal
flange.
19 Prime repair area with a primer filler.
i
Use only primer fillers approved by
manufacturer.
See guidelines for paint technology in
the workshop portal.
20 Paint repair area and adjacent surfaces.
i
Only use paints approved by the
manufacturer.
See guidelines for paint technology in
the workshop portal.
14 V-RC-2024010007

**************************************************************************************************************

**************************************************************************************************************

SEOCONTENT-END