Recall 25V090 affects 689 2024 Mercedes-Benz Esprinter vehicles for rear axle drivetrain weld failure. Repair is free at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 689 2024 Esprinter vans because the helical gear welds inside the rear axle drivetrain can fail and cause loss of drive power. A drivetrain failure also can lead to rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing crash or injury risk; Mercedes-Benz dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The electric drive in the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Esprinter sends motor power through the rear axle drivetrain to move the van. Inside that drivetrain, a helical gear meshes with other gears so torque reaches the axle smoothly. The welds on that gear hold the assembly together under load.
On affected vans, a supplier production-process deviation left those welds below Mercedes-Benz's current production specifications. If the welds break, the gear no longer carries torque as designed. That can cut power from the electric drive to the rear axle, causing a loss of drive power.
There is no warning sign before failure. When the failure occurs, the driver can hear loud, clear rattling noises while driving or while changing driving modes. Treat that noise as a sign to stop and arrange dealer guidance instead of continuing to drive normally.
Who's affected?
The electric drive is tied to both the drive axle and driveline parking brake components, with part A9073401400 named in the filing.
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz Esprinter | drive axle |
|---|---|
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz Esprinter | Driveline |
| Units affected | 689 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific van is included.
What's the safety risk?
A rear axle electric drivetrain failure can cut drive power and increase the risk of a crash. It can also allow the Esprinter to roll away when parked if the parking brake is not applied. There is no warning sign before failure, though loud rattling can occur during driving or mode changes. Repair is free at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Mercedes-Benz Esprinter is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule the free rear axle electric drivetrain replacement that fixes the helical gear weld failure and loss of drive power risk.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, or reference recall number 25V090 when you call.
- Apply the parking brake every time you park until the repair is complete.
- Call Mercedes-Benz customer service at 877-762-8267 with questions about recall number 25V090.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mercedes-Benz technician replaces the rear axle electric drivetrain covered by recall 25V090. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Repairs already paid for are handled through the factory warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because every affected vehicle was under factory warranty. Ask the service desk how that warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| February 14, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 21, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| February 21, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 11, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| May 5, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V090?
Recall 25V090 covers 689 2024 Mercedes-Benz Esprinter vans with rear axle drivetrain welds that can fail and cause loss of drive power. Mercedes-Benz dealers will replace the rear axle electric drivetrain free of charge.
What should I do if my 2024 Mercedes-Benz Esprinter is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific van is included in recall 25V090. If it is, contact a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule the rear axle electric drivetrain replacement. Reference recall number 25V090 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Mercedes-Benz will replace the rear axle electric drivetrain free of charge at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of drive power, which increases crash risk. Drivetrain failure can also lead to a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
When were owners notified?
Mercedes-Benz mailed owner notification letters on May 5, 2025. If you bought the van used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer if your van is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V090000 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz customer service | 877-762-8267 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V090 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V090000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →