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  Safety Recalls of Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 Vehicles

There have been 20 safety recalls for the Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500.

NHTSA Recall #: 18V032000; Jan. 9, 2018

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Recalled Vehicles: 2013 Freightliner Sprinter 2500, 2013 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500
Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Recall Summary: Daimler vans USA, LLC (dvusa) is recalling certain 2013 freightliner sprinter 2500 and 3500 and mercedes-benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 17V786000; Dec. 8, 2017

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Recalled Vehicles: 2014 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2014 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500, 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500, 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500, 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500, 2016 RAM Promaster, 2017 RAM Promaster
Component: EQUIPMENT
Recall Summary: Midwest automotive designs, LLC (midwest) is recalling certain custom vans and camper van recreational vehicles built on 2014-2017 Mercedes Benz sprinter chassis and 2016-2017 ram promaster chassis. These vehicles are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 17V742000; Nov. 21, 2017

If the spare tire holder is not properly secured, the spare tire may separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500, 2017 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500
Component: TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Recall Summary: Daimler vans USA, LLC (dvusa) is recalling certain 2017 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans. The spare tire holder under the vehicle may not be properly secured. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 17V650000; Oct. 16, 2017

If the load capacity information is incorrect on the label, the vehicle may be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500
Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Recall Summary: Daimler vans USA, LLC (dvusa) is recalling certain 2016 mercedes-benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The label on the b-pillar may state a higher maximum vehicle load capacity than the vehicle is designed for.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 17V592000; Sep. 22, 2017

A loose driveshaft may strike and puncture the gas tank, resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Recalled Vehicles: 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500
Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Recall Summary: Daimler vans USA, LLC (dvusa) is recalling certain 2016 mercedes-benz sprinter 2500/3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles were manufactured without a driveshaft catch strap, allowing a loose driveshaft to strike the fuel tank. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 17V480000; Jul. 28, 2017

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Recalled Vehicles: 2012 Freightliner Sprinter 2500, 2012 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, 2012 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2012 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500
Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Recall Summary: Daimler vans USA, LLC (dvusa) is recalling certain 2012 freightliner and Mercedes Benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled into the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 17V479000; Jul. 28, 2017

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Freightliner Sprinter 2500, 2011 Freightliner Sprinter 2500, 2010 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, 2011 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, 2010 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2011 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2010 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500, 2011 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500
Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Recall Summary: Daimler vans USA, LLC (dvusa) is recalling certain 2010-2011 freightliner and Mercedes Benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled into the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 17V149000; Mar. 7, 2017

If the event of a crash, the bracket may detach and the drive shaft may damage the fuel system, increasing the risk of a fire.

Recalled Vehicles: 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 2500, 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500
Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Recall Summary: Daimler vans USA, LLC (dvusa) is recalling certain 2016 mercedes-benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles and freightliner sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The bracket for the center support bearing of the drive shaft may not have been properly welded. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 17V094000; Feb. 10, 2017

A loose driveshaft may strike and puncture the gas tank, resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Recalled Vehicles: 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500
Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Recall Summary: Daimler vans USA, LLC (dvusa) is recalling certain 2015 mercedes-benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles were manufactured without a driveshaft catch strap, allowing a loose driveshaft to strike the fuel tank.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 17V093000; Feb. 10, 2017

If additional air bags do not deploy as intended, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury.

Recalled Vehicles: 2013 Freightliner Sprinter 2500, 2014 Freightliner Sprinter 2500, 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 2500, 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 2500, 2013 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, 2014 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2014 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500, 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500, 2014 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500, 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500, 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500
Component: AIR BAGS
Recall Summary: Daimler vans USA, LLC (dvusa) is recalling certain 2013-2016 mercedes-benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 and freightliner sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans. These vehicles were manufactured without a reinforcement plate and protective bracket on the air bag control unit.... Details of this recall 🔎

Table 1. Historical Recalls of Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 Vehicles

Date Component Vehicle Affected
Jan. 9, 2018   Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal 17,413
Dec. 8, 2017   Equipment 550
Nov. 21, 2017   Tires:temporary/emergency Spare Tire 773
Oct. 16, 2017   Equipment:other:labels 2
Sep. 22, 2017   Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 109
Jul. 28, 2017   Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal 20,665
Jul. 28, 2017   Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal 17,609
Mar. 7, 2017   Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 892
Feb. 10, 2017   Diesel Fuel System 2
Feb. 10, 2017   Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 2
Feb. 10, 2017   Air Bag 15,338
Nov. 28, 2016   Seat Belts:front:anchorage 28
Sep. 15, 2016   Seat Belts:rear 271
May. 24, 2016   Structure:body:roof And Pillars 3
Apr. 29, 2016   Structure:body 55
Feb. 18, 2016   Equipment:other:labels 2,278
Feb. 10, 2016   Air Bags:frontal:driver Side Inflator Module 136,361
May. 5, 2015   Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel 1,335
Feb. 10, 2015   Structure:body:door 5,586
Dec. 1, 2014   Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel 8,279


Table 2. Recall Statistics of Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 Model Years

Model# Recalls
2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 2
2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 10
2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 10
2014 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 4
2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 3
2012 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 2
2011 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 2
2010 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 2