VS3UXPOBOX – MBUX System Software Malfunction – 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter

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June 2, 2021 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V411000

MBUX System Software Malfunction

A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver’s rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V411

Manufacturer Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION

Potential Number of Units Affected 33,437

 

Summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The MBUX multimedia system software may cause the display to remain black, or reboot after startup. This could result in the rearview camera image not displaying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, “Rear Visibility.”

 

Remedy

The multimedia system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on July 23, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA’s number for this recall is VS3UXPOBOX.

 

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

 

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TO:  Freightliner Principals, General Managers, Sales Managers, Service Managers, Parts Managers FROM: Anthony Washington, Department Manager, Regulations and Certifications
Re:  Initial Recall Campaign Notification
Model 907 (Sprinter)
Model Years 2019-2021
Update MBUX Software
DATE:  July, 2021

 

IMPORTANT RECALL CAMPAIGN INFORMATION

 

Please see the attached documents related to the campaign listed above

 

 


Campaign No. : Campaign Desc. : Update MBUX Software
2021070001 PDGUXPOBOD
This is to notify you of an Initial Recall Campaign to update the MBUX software on approximately 938 MY19-21 Freightliner Sprinter vans.  The recall campaign will be visible on the www.safercar.gov website and may generate questions from customers.  All affected VINs will be flagged as “PENDING” in VMI on 7/2/21
Background
Issue Mercedes-Benz AG (MBAG) has determined that the software of the MBUX multimedia system might not meet specifications. Under very specific conditions, the MBUX multimedia system might not start and the display might remain black, or could reboot unintentionally after 50 seconds of initial startup.

Accordingly, the rearview camera image might not be displayed or the display might be interrupted which could increase a risk of a crash or injury.

What We’re Doing DVUSA is conducting a voluntary recall. Either an authorized Freightliner dealer or an over-the-air (“OTA”) update will update the software of the MBUX system on the affected vehicles. 
Remedy Software is not yet available. An additional notification will be sent once the remedy is available.
Vehicles Affected
Vehicle Model Year(s) Model Year 2019-2021
Vehicle Model Sprinter VS30, Platform 907
Vehicle Populations
Total Recall 938
Dealer Inventory 26
Given this notice, it is a violation of Federal Law for a dealer to sell or lease any new or used Sprinter vehicles in dealer inventory covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired.

 

Loaner and demonstrator vehicles may continue to be driven, but must not be retailed until repaired.

 

Additionally, given this notice, it is a violation of Federal Law for rental companies to rent Sprinter vehicles covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired.

 

Next Steps/Notes
Customer Notification Timeline An owner notification letter to be mailed in End of July, 2021.
AOMS/SOMS AOMs – This recall may generate questions from your dealers. Please forward this notice to your dealers ASAP.
Rental Fleet Partners This recall may affect vehicles in your fleet. Please contact your respective DVUSA fleet representative for further information 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 satisfaction.

 


TO:  Freightliner Principals, General Managers, Sales Managers, Service Managers, Parts Managers FROM: Anthony Washington, Department Manager, Regulations and Certifications
Re: Recall Campaign Launch Notification
Model 907 (Sprinter)
Model Years 2019-2021
Update MBUX Software
DATE:  July, 2021

 

IMPORTANT RECALL CAMPAIGN INFORMATION

 

Please see the attached documents related to the campaign listed above

 

 


Campaign No. : Campaign Desc. : Update MBUX Software
2021070023 VS3UXPOBOD
This is to notify you of a Recall Campaign Launch to update the MBUX software on approximately 938 MY19-21 Freightliner Sprinter vans.  The recall campaign will be visible on the www.safercar.gov website and may generate questions from customers.  All affected VINs will be flagged as “OPEN” in VMI and CANNOT BE SOLD until remedied.
Background
Issue Mercedes-Benz AG (MBAG) has determined that the software of the MBUX multimedia system might not meet specifications. Under very specific conditions, the MBUX multimedia system might not start and the display might remain black, or could reboot unintentionally after 50 seconds of initial startup.

Accordingly, the rearview camera image might not be displayed or the display might be interrupted which could increase a risk of a crash or injury.

What We’re Doing DVUSA is conducting a voluntary recall. Either an authorized Freightliner dealer will update the software of the MBUX system on the affected vehicles. 
Remedy Software is Available
Vehicles Affected
Vehicle Model Year(s) Model Year 2019-2021
Vehicle Model Sprinter VS30, Platform 907
Vehicle Populations
Total Recall 938
Dealer Inventory 26
Given this notice, it is a violation of Federal Law for a dealer to sell or lease any new  Sprinter vehicles in dealer inventory covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired.

 

Loaner and demonstrator vehicles may continue to be driven, but must not be retailed until repaired.

 

Additionally, given this notice, it is a violation of Federal Law for rental companies to rent Sprinter vehicles covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired.

 

Next Steps/Notes
Customer Notification Timeline An owner notification letter will be mailed in August, 2021.
AOMS/SOMS AOMs – This recall may generate questions from your dealers. Please forward this notice to your dealers ASAP.
Rental Fleet Partners This recall may affect vehicles in your fleet. Please contact your respective DVUSA fleet representative for further information 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 satisfaction.

 


 

Campaign No. 2021070023, July, 2021

 

TO: ALL FREIGHTLINER CENTERS
SUBJECT: Model 907 Sprinter, Model Year 2019-2021
Update MBUX Software

 

Mercedes-Benz AG (MBAG) has determined that the software of the MBUX multimedia system might not meet specifications. Under very specific conditions, the MBUX multimedia system might not start and the display might remain black, or could reboot unintentionally after 50 seconds of initial startup. Accordingly, the rearview camera image might not be displayed or the display might be interrupted which could increase a risk of a crash or injury.

 

Prior to performing this Recall Campaign:

  • Please check VMI to determine if the vehicle is involved in the Campaign and if it has been previously repaired.
  • Please review the entire Recall Campaign bulletin and follow the repair procedure exactly as described.

 

Please note that Recall Campaigns do not expire and may also be performed on a vehicle with a vehicle status indicator.

 

Approximately 938 vehicles are involved.

 

Order No. V-RC-2021070023

 



24 Affected Products

Vehicles

MAKE MODEL YEAR
FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 1500 2019-2021
FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 2019-2021
FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500 2019-2021
FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 4500 2019-2021
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 1500 2019-2021
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500 2019-2021
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 3500 2019-2021
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 4500 2019-2021

 


12 Associated Documents

Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)

RCMN-21V411-1977.pdf 637.827KB

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Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)

RCMN-21V411-6370.pdf 643.768KB

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Defect Notice 573 Report

RCLRPT-21V411-3094.PDF 214.962KB

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Recall Acknowledgement

RCAK-21V411-8123.pdf 646.025KB

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Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RIONL-21V411-4726.pdf 189.702KB

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Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RIONL-21V411-8231.pdf 185.766KB

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ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RCONL-21V411-2829.pdf 182.551KB

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Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)

RCMN-21V411-4334.pdf 1294.394KB

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Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)

RCMN-21V411-2774.pdf 1291.486KB

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ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RCONL-21V411-1083.pdf 192.725KB

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Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-4

RCLQRT-21V411-5597.PDF 211.251KB

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Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-3

RCLQRT-21V411-1315.PDF 211.144KB

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Latest Recalls Documents

https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=21V411&docType=RCL

 


 

Mercedes-Benz Reprogramming

J2534 Pass-Thru

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All information in regard to Mercedes-Benz J2534 compliant software is available free of charge and found under the MB Workshop Resources tab on the home page of www.startekinfo.com

J2534 complaint software for Mercedes-Benz vehicles is available for purchase from Mercedes-Benz USA.

In order to use the J2534 complaint software for Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the purchaser must furnish their own:

  • J2534 compliant interface box*1*

*Must be purchased from a third party company and are not available from Mercedes-Benz USA LLC.

*1* suggested listing of J2534 interface boxes is located within the J2534 Pass-Thru User’s Manual which is posted for view without cost under the MB Workshop Resources tab on the home page of www.startekinfo.com

 

Vehicle Coverage

J2534 complaint software for Mercedes-Benz vehicles has coverage for all required functions associated to reprogramming, initialization, and fault clearing of emission control modules (engine and transmission) fitted to vehicles 2004 Model Year and newer. Additionally all access and functionality required in regard the configuration via SCN Coding and/or CVN Coding is covered.

J2534 complaint software for Mercedes-Benz vehicles is delivered via DVD media which is delivered monthly for the license term of one year upon purchase.

  • All control unit software (reprogramming calibrations) is contained within J2534 DVD media.

 

Terms and conditions

J2534 complaint software for Mercedes-Benz vehicles is purchased in 1-year license increments. During that license term the user will receive an initial software package, license key, SCN/CVN Coding information/access as well as monthly updates via DVD media.

  • Additional updates of software after the 1st year can be purchased at additional cost, however are not required for the system to continue functioning.

For pricing and additional information via the internet, please refer to the information at the beginning of this section.

www.startekinfo.com

 


 

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