Mercedes-Benz Vans Sprinter recall: The ESP software has not been customised for upfitted vehicles with a higher centre of gravity
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Vehicles may have received a version of the ESP Software application that has not been customized for upfitted vehicles with a higher centre of gravity.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz Vans dealer to book the free repair. Update the software version of the corresponded ESP control unit.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Vehicles may have received a version of the ESP Software application that has not been customized for upfitted vehicles with a higher centre of gravity.
The fix
Update the software version of the corresponded ESP control unit.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sprinter | 17 May 2018 | 17 May 2018 | 1 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 7 September 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.