- The problem
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach at their connection points under certain operating conditions, causing hydraulic fluid to leak.
- The risk
- The sudden loss of power steering assist and hydraulic steering fluid leaking onto the roadway may increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the return line connections of the power steering system, correcting it as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this campaign is NV3LETULPE.
Vehicle safety record
2015 Freightliner Sprinter 1500 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 1500 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 2020 for the hose, piping, and connections.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Sprinter 1500 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2015 Freightliner Sprinter 1500 recalls 1
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
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No complaints about the 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 1500 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.
Freightliner Sprinter 1500: every year compared
All Sprinter 1500 years2015 Freightliner Sprinter 1500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 1500 | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 2015 Freightliner Cascadia | 16 | 18 | C | Compare |
| 2015 Freightliner Business Class M2 | 4 | 14 | C | Compare |
| 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2 | 8 | D | Compare |
| 2015 Freightliner M2 | 1 | 12 | D | Compare |
| 2015 Freightliner Coronado | 1 | 6 | C | 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 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 1500
Does the 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 1500 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 1500: hose, piping, and connections (October 2020). 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 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 1500 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 1500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Freightliner Sprinter 1500 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.
What should I do if my 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 1500 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