- The problem
- Sunset vans is recalling 169 my 2005-2007 econoline, g series and sprinter trucks built on dodge, ford and chevrolet chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "Platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles." The anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
- The risk
- A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
- The fix
- Sunset vans is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or sunset vans at 1-888-280-8267.
Vehicle safety record
2005 Dodge Sprinter Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2005 Dodge Sprinter have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in December 2008 for the equipment adaptive / mobility.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Sprinter year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2005 Dodge Sprinter recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Sunset vans is recalling 267 my 2005-2007 econoline, g series and sprinter trucks built on dodge, ford and chevrolet chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "Platform lift installations in motor vehicles." The threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
- The risk
- The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
- The fix
- Sunset vans is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or sunset vans at 1-888-280-8267.
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No complaints about the 2005 Dodge Sprinter yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Dodge Sprinter: every year compared
All Sprinter years2005 Dodge Sprinter vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Dodge Sprinter | 0 | 2 | A | |
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1,567 | 9 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 | 1,214 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 995 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 638 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 537 | 9 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 470 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 | 422 | 9 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 | 196 | 7 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2005 Dodge Sprinter
Does the 2005 Dodge Sprinter have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Dodge Sprinter: equipment adaptive / mobility (December 2008); equipment adaptive / mobility (December 2008). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2005 Dodge Sprinter had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2005 Dodge Sprinter a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 80 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Dodge Sprinter year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Dodge Sprinter years have the most complaints?
2004 (39), 2003 (15). See every Dodge Sprinter year compared.
What should I do if my 2005 Dodge Sprinter has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data