Freightliner Sprinter 1500 2015–2023 — technical service bulletin

Bulletin LI01.20-N-079115_1 · NHTSA communication 11017558 · issued Apr 3, 2025

Technical service bulletin

communication type

Engine

component

2015–2023

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vehicle entries

Official summary

Check engine light illuminated - Fault code current P04D-B79 The crankcase ventilation system is interrupted. Complaint: Check engine light on. Fault code P04DB79 is current in the engine control module (N3/10). Cause: Open circuit or high resistance to crankcase vent line contact Remedy 1. Check the electrical connector for S208 vent line contact switch. Refer to attached photo of connection location. 2. Ensure the bolted connection is secure and bolt can be torqued (9Nm). 3. Check continuity from vent line connection to ME control unit. Repair wire if damage is found.

Vehicles covered

What a TSB means. Technical service bulletins are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free (warranty extensions are an exception worth checking). The full document is available via NHTSA’s vehicle lookup.