The Sprinter lineup will transition to a four-cylinder portfolio, 9G-Tronic transmission, and a new all-wheel-drive system, starting in MY-2023.
In real-world testing at Sweden's Arjeplog, the all-electric van performed well in extreme conditions, including snowy and icy roadways, in cutting winds, and at temperatures up to negative 30 degrees.
Approximately 56,564 model-year 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles are being recalled because the retaining washer and bolt that connect the brake pedal to the bearing block, may come loose and detach.
The electric Sprinter will be available with three battery choices and multiple body configurations.
The new 2.0L four-cylinder diesel engine produces 161 hp and 266 lb.-ft. of torque and is paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission.
The Sprinter Crew Van is equipped with two rows of seats offering five-passenger seating with ample rear cargo capacity. The Crew Van is offered in two body lengths, a choice of a four-cylinder gasoline or a V-6 diesel engine
The recall covers 1,257 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans in the 2016 model year.
Mercedes-Benz Vans has boosted the available gross vehicle weight rating of its European Sprinter by 990 pounds, to 5.5 metric tons or 12,122 pounds. An increase is being considered for North American vans, said a spokesman at the builder's U.S. headquarters.
The tire pressure labels on 2,278 2015-2016-MY 2500 and 3500 vans contain inaccurate information, according to NHTSA.
Yet another round of Takata air bag inflator recalls will involve vehicles from several automakers, including Ford, Toyota and Honda.
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