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NHTSA Service Bulletin 10237246: 2019 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 1500

Official manufacturer communication context for 2019 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 1500, with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.

10237246NHTSA document ID

Service campaigncommunication type

4affected product rows

90/100quality score

Reviewed June 2026 from NHTSA manufacturer communication and service bulletin records. Carchieve is independent and not affiliated with any vehicle manufacturer or government agency.

Quick answer

Complaint Some MY2019 Amazon Sprinters have a customer-specific 'Driver Alert' Parameterizable Special Module (PSM) software that monitors signals from multiple sensors and outputs audible and visual feedback if the proper parking procedure has not been performed by the driver. This customer-specific software was developed and approved by Mercedes-Benz and Amazon to enhance driver and pedestrian safety based on Amazon's specific customer use case. Amazon Driver Alert PSM software works in parallel with, and does NOT supersede or interfere with any Mercedes- Benz Recalls or Service Campaigns. Amazon Driver Alert PSM software is ONLY available for Model Year 2019 Amazon Sprinters that are currently operated by an official representative of Amazon or Amazon DSP, it is NOT available for ANY other model year or customer (NOT available for ex-Amazon vans that have been sold at auction). The information within this LI is provided so you are able to: Install Amazon Driver Alert PSM software on a MY2019 Amazon Sprinter (ONLY when requested by an official representative of Amazon or Amazon DSP). Perform the necessary vehicle function checks that are required for Amazon Driver Alert PSM software to function properly. Re-install Amazon Driver-Alert PSM software when software was inadvertently over-written and lost, or when PSM hardware replacement is necessary. Utilize the PSM function descriptions to assist with your diagnosis of vehicle malfunctions that may create unique customer concerns.

What this bulletin may mean before buying

Treat this as service research, not a verdict on one car. Before you buy, compare this communication with official recall campaigns, model-level owner complaint patterns, and the exact vehicle’s VIN-decoded specifications. A bulletin can help you ask a seller or dealer sharper questions about software updates, known repairs, warranty extensions and service history.

Affected products listed in this communication

MakeModelModel yearsBuyer note

Mercedes-benzSprinter 15002019Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzSprinter 25002019Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzSprinter 35002019Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzSprinter 45002019Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Buyer checklist

Run the 17-character VIN and confirm the year, make, model, engine and equipment match the listing.
Check recall campaign pages for safety actions that may require dealer repair.
Compare this bulletin with common problem pages for the same model and component area.
Ask the seller or dealer whether the bulletin procedure, update or inspection has already been completed.
Use the used-car buying checklist and get an independent inspection.

Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA service bulletin 10237246?

Is a service bulletin the same as a recall?

No. A recall is a safety campaign with a required remedy for affected VINs. A service bulletin or manufacturer communication usually describes diagnostic, repair, software, warranty or service information.

How should a used-car buyer use this bulletin?

Use it as a research signal. Compare it with recalls, owner complaints, service records, a VIN report and an independent inspection before buying.

Check the exact VIN before you buy

Model-level pages show public safety patterns. A full VIN report helps confirm the exact vehicle, decoded specs, recall applicability and buyer checks.

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