The Lemon IndexMercedes-Benz Sprinter recalls.
Every NHTSA recall campaign for the 2010–2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, newest first. Each one is listed once, with the model years it covers.
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Every recall 94
- Body structure · recall issued Oct 2025 · model years 2023–2024
The right longitudinal frame member may not be reinforced properly, decreasing the structural integrity of the third-row seats.
366 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V725000
- Body structure · recall issued Sep 2025 · model year 2024
The longitudinal frame members may not be reinforced properly.
4 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V609000
- Parking brake · recall issued Feb 2025 · model year 2024
The parking brake cable bracket welds may fail and disengage the parking brake.
88 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V135000
- Electrical · recall issued Dec 2024 · model years 2019–2022
The instrument cluster illumination may not be adjustable and appear too bright in certain lighting conditions.
697 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V930000
- Suspension · recall issued Jul 2024 · model years 2023–2024
The spring U-bolts for the rear axle may have reduced strength due to improper heat-treatment, which can cause the rear axle to shift out of position.
1,232 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V517000
- Electrical · recall issued Mar 2024 · model year 2023
A 12-Volt ground connection may not be secured properly, which can result in the ground connection overheating and a loss of drive power.
99 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V225000
- Electrical · recall issued Mar 2024 · model year 2023
The main wiring harness may chafe against the drive shaft and short circuit, which can result in a loss of drive power, power steering, and brake system control.
828 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V166000
- Body structure · recall issued Dec 2023 · model years 2019–2021
The longitudinal frame members may be missing reinforcement fasteners, reducing vehicle stability and decreasing the structural integrity of the third-row seats.
3,739 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V875000
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- Body structure · recall issued Dec 2023 · model years 2019–2023
The partition wall may be missing bolts, allowing the wall to detach during a crash.
387 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V876000
- Body structure · recall issued Dec 2023 · model year 2020
The connection between the propeller shaft bearing and crossmember may loosen, reducing vehicle control.
9 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V874000
- Suspension · recall issued Dec 2023 · model year 2023
The front left suspension strut bolt may not be secured properly, which can result in a loss of steering control.
33 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V849000
- Body structure · recall issued Dec 2023 · model years 2021–2023
The topcoat paint formula may cause the windows and interior lashing rails to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle.
131 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V806000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Jun 2023 · model years 2021–2022
The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
20,500 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V444000
- Electrical · recall issued Mar 2023 · model years 2019–2022
The instrument cluster may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started.
6,857 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V204000
- Airbags · recall issued Feb 2023 · model year 2022
The wiring harnesses for the swivel-seats may have been incorrectly installed and may become damaged, which can cause the front side air bags not to deploy as intended.
350 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V101000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Oct 2022 · model years 2019–2022
The guide bushing on the parking pawl may fatigue, which can cause the parking pawl not to engage and result in vehicle rollaway.
124,305 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V796000
- Electrical · recall issued Jul 2022 · model year 2021
The generator wiring harness may be incorrectly connected to the electric power steering, which can result in an electrical surge.
2 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V491000
- Electrical · recall issued May 2022 · model years 2019–2021
An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
19,937 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V360000
- Back over prevention · recall issued Apr 2022 · model years 2019–2021
The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error.
12,086 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V281000
- Suspension · recall issued Mar 2022 · model year 2021
The shim on the torsion bar was installed incorrectly during assembly.
2,153 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V131000
- Equipment · recall issued Feb 2022 · model year 2021
The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) may be improperly stated on the tire and loading label.
2,564 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V073000
- Electrical · recall issued Dec 2021 · model years 2019–2020
A software error in the park lock system may allow the vehicle to move after the gear selector has been placed in the Park 'P' position without the parking brake applied.
48,400 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V972000
- Body structure · recall issued Dec 2021 · model year 2021
The spring-loaded rear step bolt fasteners were not properly tightened.
30 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V934000
- Brakes · recall issued Dec 2021 · model year 2021
The front axle fender liner and brake hose may be too close, allowing the fender liner to contact and damage the brake hose.
98 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V933000
- Electrical · recall issued Oct 2021 · model year 2021
A cable duct may drop out of place due to unlatched engagement hooks inside the battery case.
38 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V779000
- Seat belts · recall issued Jul 2021 · model year 2021
The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.
1,514 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V513000
- Electrical · recall issued Jun 2021 · model years 2019–2021
The MBUX multimedia system software may cause the display to remain black, or reboot after startup.
33,437 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V411000
- Electrical · recall issued Jun 2021 · model years 2019–2021
The wiring harnesses for the front seats may have been routed incorrectly and could become jammed and damaged in the swivel seat frames.
4,078 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V410000
- Body structure · recall issued May 2021 · model year 2020
The screws for the front door hinges may not have been tightened properly.
2,016 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V359000
- Steering · recall issued Apr 2021 · model years 2019–2020
The hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach and cause hydraulic fluid to leak.
4,444 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V241000
- Electrical · recall issued Apr 2021 · model years 2019–2020
The multifunctional display in the instrument cluster may not be adjustable and appear too bright in certain lighting conditions.
1,285 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V235000
- Brakes · recall issued Mar 2021 · model years 2019–2020
The retaining washer and bolt that connect the brake pedal to the bearing block, may come loose and detach.
56,534 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V152000
- Latches/locks/linkages · recall issued Mar 2021 · model years 2019–2020
The auxiliary lock on the sliding door may be the incorrect type for an electric sliding door.
56 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V153000
- Back over prevention · recall issued Feb 2021 · model years 2019–2020
The rearview image may not display within 2 seconds from the start of the backing event.
198 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V077000
- Electrical · recall issued Feb 2021 · model years 2019–2020
The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
84,345 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V055000
- Stability control · recall issued Feb 2021 · model years 2013–2018
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) unit may become disabled on these vehicles.
48,667 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V042000
- Brakes · recall issued Dec 2020 · model years 2019–2020
The rear brake calipers may leak brake fluid into the housing of the electric parking brake connected to the rear axle service brake system, allowing air to enter the hydraulic brake system.
9,094 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V802000
- Body structure · recall issued Dec 2020 · model year 2019
In the event of a crash, the hood could make contact with the windshield, entering the passenger compartment and increasing the risk of an injury.
1 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V772000
- Equipment · recall issued Dec 2020 · model year 2019
These vehicles may have been delivered with a version of the printed and digital operator's manual that may be inaccurate and/or incomplete.
9 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V756000
- Steering · recall issued Oct 2020 · model years 2015–2020
The hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach at their connection points under certain operating conditions, causing hydraulic fluid to leak.
47,667 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V663000
- Brakes · recall issued Oct 2020 · model year 2020
The outer area of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles may have been damaged during production.
463 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V631000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Sep 2020 · model years 2019–2020
A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire.
4,010 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V595000
- Equipment · recall issued Mar 2020 · model year 2019
The Operator's Manual may not contain the correct information about how the automatic parking function ("Auto-P") operates.
52,127 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V180000
- Service brakes, air · recall issued Mar 2020 · model year 2019
The rear part of the fender liner on the front axle may contact and chafe the brake hose, possibly resulting in a loss of brake fluid.
48,791 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V181000
- Equipment · recall issued Mar 2020 · model years 2018–2019
The spare tire label may indicate the maximum speed at 55 kilometers per hour (kph) rather than as 34 miles per hour (mph).
289 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V155000
- Equipment · recall issued Mar 2020 · model years 2018–2019
The spare tire label indicating the maximum speed may have not been affixed to the spare tire.
332 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V156000
- Tires · recall issued Mar 2020 · model year 2019
The tires may not have been correctly installed, possibly resulting in reduced traction in wet or snowy conditions.
65 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V157000
- Steering · recall issued Feb 2020 · model year 2019
The screws that secure the intermediate bearing of the steering spindle may not have been properly tightened, potentially causing the screws to loosen and detach.
8,595 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V109000
- Steering · recall issued Feb 2020 · model year 2019
The steering column casing cover may have not been installed, allowing the steering column area to be exposed.
25 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V110000
- Engine · recall issued Feb 2020 · model year 2019
The connecting screws on the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) pipe may not have been correctly tightened.
4,424 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V078000
- Engine · recall issued Feb 2020 · model year 2019
The flange connection between the exhaust gas turbocharger and the exit to the diesel particulate filter may not be attached properly, potentially causing an exhaust gas leak.
4,385 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V079000
- Equipment · recall issued Dec 2019 · model year 2019
The lashing rails on the side walls may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in the lashing rails detaching.
183 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V908000
- Fuel system, diesel · recall issued Nov 2019 · model year 2019 Diesel only
The bayonet lock between the fuel pump and the fuel tank may not have been closed and locked during manufacturing.
4,987 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V798000
- Seats · recall issued Nov 2019 · model year 2019
A seam on the height adjuster for the front seats may have been insufficiently welded.
3 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V800000
- Body structure · recall issued Oct 2019 · model year 2019
In the affected vehicles, the abutting wedge, a component attached to the door jamb to make opening the door easier after a severe frontal impact, may have been installed incorrectly.
153 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V716000
- Airbags · recall issued Oct 2019 · model years 2018–2019
The airbag systems may not have been activated after vehicle production.
1,232 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V695000
- Unknown or other · recall issued Oct 2019 · model years 2018–2019
The vehicles left the reassembly plant without the final quality inspection of safety-relevant parts or bolt connections, resulting in possible unknown safety risks.
19 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V693000
- Latches/locks/linkages · recall issued Sep 2019 · model years 2018–2019
The screw connection on the upper hood catch may have been improperly tightened.
5,626 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V665000
- Lights · recall issued Aug 2019 · model year 2019
If the manual turn-switch that activates the vehicle lights is turned quickly from one lighting position to another, the brightness of the taillights can be significantly reduced or could switch off completely.
8,243 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V591000
- Visibility · recall issued Jul 2019 · model years 2018–2019
The rear side windows may be single-pane safety glass instead of laminated safety glass.
1,079 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V507000
- Lights · recall issued Apr 2019 · model year 2019
A software error in the control unit may prevent the driver from being able to switch off the high beams when intended.
1,517 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V309000
- Lights · recall issued Apr 2019 · model year 2019
The sensor for the headlamp range adjustment may not have been mounted or calibrated, possibly causing unexpected changes in the headlamp lighting angle.
590 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V284000
- Seats · recall issued Mar 2019 · model year 2015
When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
12 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V238000
- Unknown or other · recall issued Mar 2019 · model years 2018–2019
The affected vehicles left the reassembly plant without the final quality inspection of safety-relevant parts or bolt connections, resulting in possible unknown safety risks.
7 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V222000
- Airbags · recall issued Jan 2019 · model years 2014–2017
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.
88,388 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V004000
- Airbags · recall issued Jan 2019 · model years 2015–2017
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the driver frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.
71,301 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V003000
- Latches/locks/linkages · recall issued Oct 2018 · model year 2018
The right side door latches may have been built with incorrect components.
76 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V743000
- Body structure · recall issued May 2018 · model year 2017
These vehicles may be missing spot welds on the front side wall, connecting the door portal to the hinge reinforcements in the A-pillar area, possibly affecting vehicle strength in a crash.
153 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V288000
- Equipment · recall issued Feb 2018 · model years 2016–2017
The unloaded vehicle weight (UVW) label on these incomplete vehicles may be incorrect.
17 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V113000
- Airbags · recall issued Jan 2018 · model year 2013
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.
17,413 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V032000
- Lane assist · recall issued Dec 2017 · model year 2017
In the event of strong crosswind, automatic brake interventions by the vehicle dynamics control system (ADAPTIVE ESP) might not be activated.
2,177 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V804000
- Equipment · recall issued Dec 2017 · model years 2014–2017
These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to a…
550 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V786000
- Tires · recall issued Nov 2017 · model year 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.
773 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V742000
- Equipment · recall issued Oct 2017 · model year 2016
The label on the B-pillar may state a higher maximum vehicle load capacity than the vehicle is designed for.
2 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V650000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Sep 2017 · model year 2016
The affected vehicles were manufactured without a driveshaft catch strap, allowing a loose driveshaft to strike the fuel tank.
109 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V592000
- Airbags · recall issued Jul 2017 · model years 2010–2011
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled into the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.
20,665 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V479000
- Equipment · recall issued Jun 2017 · model year 2016
The affected vehicles have tire labels on the B-pillar that list a tire pressure that is too low.
1,257 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V364000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Mar 2017 · model year 2016
The bracket for the center support bearing of the drive shaft may not have been properly welded.
892 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V149000
- Airbags · recall issued Feb 2017 · model years 2013–2016
As a result, the air bag control unit may not remain functional after the initial impact, possibly preventing additional air bags from deploying in response to a secondary impact.
15,338 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V093000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Feb 2017 · model year 2015
The affected vehicles were manufactured without a driveshaft catch strap, allowing a loose driveshaft to strike the fuel tank.
2 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V094000
- Fuel system, diesel · recall issued Feb 2017 · model year 2015
These vehicles were manufactured without a protective plate on the front of the gas tank and a foam ring at the filler neck.
2 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V092000
- Seat belts · recall issued Nov 2016 · model year 2016
The affected seat adjusters may allow the seats to move in the event of a crash.
28 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V853000
- Seat belts · recall issued Sep 2016 · model year 2016
The bolts connecting the lower seat belt connection to the rear bench seat may not have been properly tightened.
271 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V670000
- Body structure · recall issued May 2016 · model years 2015–2016
The affected vehicles are configured to have super-high roofs, but may not be equipped with the required crash pads.
3 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V351000
- Body structure · recall issued Apr 2016 · model years 2015–2016
The affected vehicles may have had multiple layers of paint applied, and as a result, in a crash, the windows may separate from the vehicle when the outer layer of paint peels from the layer below.
55 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V261000
- Equipment · recall issued Feb 2016 · model years 2015–2016
The vehicle may be overloaded if loaded to the incorrect weight shown on the label, possibly resulting in axle or tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
2,278 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V093000
- Airbags · recall issued Feb 2016 · model years 2010–2011, 2013–2014
Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
136,361 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V077000
- Engine · recall issued Dec 2014 · model year 2014
In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area.
8,279 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V764000
- Equipment adaptive/mobility · recall issued Nov 2014 · model years 2010–2011, 2013–2014
The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.
34 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V706000
- Body structure · recall issued Oct 2014 · model year 2014
The affected vehicles may have an aluminum document holder installed in the cab side of the load area partition that an unbelted occupant may strike in the event of a crash.
100 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V677000
- Seat belts · recall issued Mar 2011 · model years 2010–2011
MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 2500 AND 3500 SPRINTER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN OPTIONAL THREE-SEAT BENCH IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.
3,437 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 11V210000
- Body structure · recall issued Dec 2010 · model year 2010
MERCEDES BENZ IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 AND 2010 2500 AND 3500 SPRINTER VEHICLES.
3 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 10V655000
- Equipment · recall issued Dec 2010 · model years 2010–2011
SPRINTER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 FREIGHTLINER 2500 SPRINTER AND MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN EMERGENCY EXIT WINDOW.
274 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 10V642000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Jun 2010 · model year 2010
SPRINTER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 2009 THROUGH MARCH 2010 AND SOLD UNDER THE MERCEDES-BENZ, FREIGHTLINER, AND DODGE BRAND NAME.
2,589 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 10V294000
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Questions
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter have?
94 recall campaigns across model years 2010–2024, from NHTSA. Many campaigns cover several model years; counted once for every model year they cover (the way each year's page counts them), that's 172.
Which Mercedes-Benz Sprinter year has the most recalls?
The 2019, with 42 campaigns. 2020: 22, 2021: 18, 2016: 16.
What are most Mercedes-Benz Sprinter recalls about?
Body structure: 15 of the 94 campaigns. Then electrical (12) and equipment (12).
What is the newest Mercedes-Benz Sprinter recall?
Body structure, filed Oct 2025 (NHTSA 25V725000): The right longitudinal frame member may not be reinforced properly, decreasing the structural integrity of the third-row seats.
What is the biggest Mercedes-Benz Sprinter recall?
NHTSA 16V077000 (airbags, Feb 2016) covers 136,361 vehicles in all, every model in that campaign. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
How do I check if my Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has an open recall?
Use its VIN: type it at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any Mercedes-Benz dealer. Our VIN check decodes it and lists every recall for that model year. Recall repairs are free.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: problems and best years · All Mercedes-Benz recalls · Recall check
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns (api.nhtsa.gov), matched to the model names owners use in NHTSA complaints. Vehicle counts and the "park it" warnings come from NHTSA's recall file, which starts in 2010, so older recalls have no count. A campaign's count covers every make and model in it.
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