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2001-2013 · 10 model years

Dodge Sprinter 2500 Problems by year

Owners have filed 14 complaints about the Dodge Sprinter 2500 across 10 model years, and it has 16 recalls. The 2004 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (12), while 2013 has far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling, followed by the electrical system.

Most complaints for its age200412 complaints · 3 recallsSee the 2004
Complaints
14
Recalls
16
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

Sprinter 2500 complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20132000AirbagsA
20090400-C
20080600-D
20070500-C
20060500-C
20050300-B
200412300Engine & coolingD
20030500-C
20020400-C
20010200-A

Most common Sprinter 2500 problems

Dodge Sprinter 2500 recalls 16

Steering: column

08V33900010 vehicles affected

Sprinter is recalling 10 my 2001-2006 dodge and freightliner 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The welding seam between the bracket and steering column of affected spare parts does not meet design specifications. The result of an out of specification welding seam is...

Latest Sprinter 2500 complaints

2004 Dodge Sprinter 2500Engine & coolingElectrical system

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Sprinter 2500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway with the ignition key turned to the off position however, the vehicle remained on, causing the battery to be drained. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and diagnosed with EGR valve failure. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was diagnosed with ignition failure. The vehicle was not repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 257,600.

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Electrical systemNHTSA 11537939
2004 Dodge Sprinter 2500Electrical system

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Sprinter 2500. The contact stated the backlight of the instrument panel had remained illuminated after the vehicle was turned off, and remained constantly illuminated. The failure had been ongoing for the past three years. The contact stated that the failure drained the battery; requiring the battery to be replaced. The contact stated that the failure was due to a Manufacturer's Campaign Number: T21. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer and the recall repair was completed. The...

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contact stated that after the repair, the failure had returned and that the vehicle could not be repaired a second time under the original recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 11477740
2004 Dodge Sprinter 2500Electrical systemEngine & coolingFuel system

The t21 recall has completely ruined my perfectly maintained and stable work vehicle. Initially after having the recall done it left my battery dead as it left components running...It has been in and out of the shop for 5 months since the recall they keep throwing fixes at it which never seem to work! They have replaced the instrument cluster, egr, 2 pcms, and numerous other parts. It still has no power and surges and is blowing black smoke out of the exhaust. There needs to be a recall for the t21 recall as my van...

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is still broken and no can seem to fix it. I am disappointed you would force a recall without proper investigation first. My van is useless now and its cost me 1000's of dollars in lost work!

Filed Incident Electrical system · Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11316729
2004 Dodge Sprinter 2500Electrical systemEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge sprinter 2500. When attempting to start the vehicle, the auxiliary fan turned on, but the vehicle would not start. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was repaired per manufacturer recall number: t21 for the engine. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The dealer was not notified. The failure mileage was 390,000.

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11265743
2004 Dodge Sprinter 2500Transmission & drivetrain

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge sprinter 2500. The contact received an unknown manufacturer recall notice regarding the malfunction indicator lamp. The contact took the vehicle to walnut creek chrysler jeep dodge ram (2404 n main st, walnut creek, ca 94596, (888) 377-2513) to be serviced per the recall. After the recall repair was performed, the engine failed. The contact was able to drive the vehicle back to the dealer where he was informed that the power train control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle...

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was not repaired. The contact informed the manufacturer of the failure and asked for a loaner vehicle; however, the manufacturer declined his request. The failure mileage was 114,600.

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11243759
2004 Dodge Sprinter 2500Wheels & tires

Mercedes benz sprinter. Consumer writes in regards to tire valve stems safety recall. *Ld the consumer stated the manufacturer refused to honor the recall. *Js

Filed Incident TiresNHTSA 11204615

Questions about the Dodge Sprinter 2500

Which Dodge Sprinter 2500 years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2004 (12), 2013 (2). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2004 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Dodge Sprinter 2500 years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2013, 2001, 2005 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Sprinter 2500 years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Dodge Sprinter 2500 problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the engine & cooling (6), electrical system (5), driver assistance (2) most often.

How many recalls does the Dodge Sprinter 2500 have?

NHTSA lists 16 recalls across all Dodge Sprinter 2500 model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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