2008 Sprinter Recall - affects 277 vehicles, rear springs
Wednesday, September 10th, 2008Recall Date:
JUL 29, 2008
Model Affected:
2008 DODGE SPRINTER 2500
Summary:
SPRINTER IS RECALLING 277 2008 DODGE OR FREIGHTLINER 2500 TRUCKS.
THE REAR AXLE SPRING LEAVES WERE PRODUCED WITH AN INCORRECT RAW
MATERIAL. THEREFORE THE LEAVES ARE THICKER THAN THE SERIAL COMPONENTS.
Consequence:
THE REAR AXLE SPRINGS MAY FAIL EARLIER THAN DESIGNED INCREASING THE
RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE REAR AXLE SPRINGS FREE OF CHARGE.
THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE.
OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPRINTER AT 1-843-695-5000.
Potential Units Affected:
277
Notes:
SPRINTER ENGINEERING & COMPLIANCE SUPPORT
