Mercedes-Benz Vans Sprinter recall: Update the software in the engine control unit
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Mandatory recall requiring the updating of software in the engine control unit with the Euro 5b+ N1 GR.III/N2 emissions standard.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz Vans dealer to book the free repair. Update the software in multiple control units depending on vehicle specification and options.�
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Mandatory recall requiring the updating of software in the engine control unit with the Euro 5b+ N1 GR.III/N2 emissions standard.
The fix
Update the software in multiple control units depending on vehicle specification and options.�
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sprinter | 6 Oct 2011 | 22 Mar 2013 | 10 |
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 20 October 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.