FREIGHTLINER 2018 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500
Brand
FREIGHTLINER
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Daimler Vans USA, LLC is recalling certain 2018 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500 vehicles due to steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections issues. The sudden loss of power steering assist and hydraulic steering fluid leaking onto the roadway may increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
The sudden loss of power steering assist and hydraulic steering fluid leaking onto the roadway may increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026