2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (VS30) Recall: Electronic Stability Control (ESP) software was not updated for vehicles…
NHTSA campaign 21V360000 · Electronic Stability Control (esc) · filed May 17, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles equipped with the camper upfit option. The Electronic Stability Control (ESP) software was not updated for vehicles with a higher center of gravity.
The risk
The ESP may not respond as intended during certain driving scenarios, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3HOLAPLI.
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.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | Sprinter (VS30) | 2019 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V360000 (manufacturer number VS3HOLAPLI). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.