Mercedes-Benz Esprinter 907 Recall R/2025/079: Check Axle Drive Module Of Rear Axle, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 11 Apr 2025
- Launched
- 160
- vehicles in the UK
- SRV2501 V3ESCHWEI & 0890013
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled Esprinter 907 vehicles built between 14 February 2024 and 13 August 2024. Mercedes-Benz has determined that on certain eSprinter model 907 vehicles the weld seam of a gearwheel inside the rear axle drivetrain might not meet strength requirements. The recall notice describes the fix as: as a remedy Mercedes-Benz via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the rear axle electric drivetrain on the affected vehicles. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Mercedes-Benz has determined that on certain eSprinter model 907 vehicles the weld seam of a gearwheel inside the rear axle drivetrain might not meet strength requirements.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Check axle drive module of rear axle Defect: Mercedes-Benz has determined that on certain eSprinter model 907 vehicles the weld seam of a gearwheel inside the rear axle drivetrain might not meet strength requirements. Remedy: As a remedy Mercedes-Benz via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the rear axle electric drivetrain on the affected vehicles.
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The Risk
The notice doesn’t describe a separate risk beyond the defect above. Book the repair even if the car seems fine.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: as a remedy Mercedes-Benz via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the rear axle electric drivetrain on the affected vehicles.
Are You Affected?
Esprinter 907 built between 14 February 2024 and 13 August 2024 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 160 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 SRV2501 V3ESCHWEI & 0890013 or the DVSA reference R/2025/079. 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 907Fallback level brake force assistance | Urgent | R/2024/223 | |
| SprinterWeld seam on rear axle brake mounting flange | Urgent | R/2025/428 | |
| A Class, CLAVariant of rear axle brake hose | Urgent | R/2025/131 | |
| E ClassWelding of rear axle carrier | Book soon | R/2024/502 | |
| Sprinter 907Replace spring U-bolts of rear axle springs | Book soon | R/2024/301 |
This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2025/124 on 3 Apr 2025, for processor Starter/Generator. The one launched after it was R/2025/131 on 16 Apr 2025, for variant of rear axle brake hose. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall, all recalls launched in 2025 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2025/079, launched 11 April 2025. 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.