THE CAR AND TRUCK FLEET AND LEASING MANAGEMENT MAGAZINE
Daimler Vans USA is recalling an estimated 4,987 model-year 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter full-size vans equipped with diesel fuel systems because the bayonet lock between the fuel pump and the fuel tank may not have been closed and locked during manufacturing.
Daimler Vans USA is recalling approximately 1,232 2018 to 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter full-size vans because the air-bag systems may not have been activated after vehicle production.
Daimler Vans USA is recalling an estimated 52,004 2018 to 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter full-size vans for a hood problem.
Daimler Vans USA is recalling 1,079 2018 and 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vans due to a possible defect involving the rear window glass.
Daimler Vans USA is recalling its 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans equipped with high-beam assist because a software error in the control unit may prevent the driver from being able to switch off the high beams when intended.
Six automakers are recalling an estimated 1.7 million vehicles, including Sprinter vans, for faulty Takata air bag inflators that can be fatal when they fracture and spray shrapnel into drivers and passengers.
Ford Motor Co. sold more than 217,000 vans in 2018, which marked the 40th year the company has sold the most vans in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
In 2018, blog posts that covered a tax law change, the sale of Bobit Business Media, negligent entrustment, and the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van ranked among the most viewed on AutomotiveFleet.com.
Toyota's fleet ordering dates, Ford's shifting vehicle lineup, and Amazon's foray to develop a last-mile delivery fleet were among the most-viewed news topics of 2018 on AutomotiveFleet.com.
Commercial fleets looking for a work van that delivers have many options to choose from for the 2019 model-year, including a few brand-new designs.