Mercedes-Benz Esprinter 907 Recall R/2024/223: Fallback Level Brake Force Assistance, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 25 May 2024
- Launched
- 40
- vehicles in the UK
- SRV2401 / 5496410 & V3EBOOSTF
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled Esprinter 907 vehicles built between 14 February 2024 and 5 March 2024. On certain Mercedes eSprinter (907 model) vehicles the fallback level of the brake force assist function might not meet intended force requirements. The dealer will update the software of the ESP control unit. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
On certain Mercedes eSprinter (907 model) vehicles the fallback level of the brake force assist function might not meet intended force requirements. As a result the required brake pedal application forces would be considerably increased compared to the intended fallback-level.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Fallback Level Brake Force Assistance Defect: On certain Mercedes eSprinter (907 model) vehicles the fallback level of the brake force assist function might not meet intended force requirements. As a result the required brake pedal application forces would be considerably increased compared to the intended fallback-level. Remedy: Update the software of the ESP control unit.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: fallback level brake force assistance.
The Fix
The dealer will update the software of the ESP control unit. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Esprinter 907 built between 14 February 2024 and 5 March 2024 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 40 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mercedes-Benz.
- Book with any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer, quoting the campaign code SRV2401 / 5496410 & V3EBOOSTF or the DVSA reference R/2024/223. See how to get a Mercedes-Benz recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esprinter 907Check axle drive module of rear axle | Book soon | R/2025/079 | |
| SprinterWeld seam on rear axle brake mounting flange | Urgent | R/2025/428 | |
| A Class, CLAVariant of rear axle brake hose | Urgent | R/2025/131 | |
| GLEOn affected vehicles under specific conditions (such as electric driving in wet weather) the required operating force of the brake pedal for a deceleration intended by the driver might be increased | Urgent | R/2023/346 | |
| C ClassOn affected vehicles the left brake hose on the rear axle might not have been installed according to specifications | Urgent | R/2023/308 |
This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2024/202 on 14 May 2024, for battery pole cover. The one launched after it was R/2024/222 on 30 May 2024, for b-Pillar Reinforcement. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall, all recalls launched in 2024 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2024/223, launched 25 May 2024. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.