- The problem
- Daimler buses is recalling 465 my 2004-2008 sprinter 2500 and 3500 buses 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 systems 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
- Daimler buses is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts (please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-800-322-2884 or daimler buses at 1-905-403-7807.
Vehicle safety record
2005 Sprinter 2500 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2005 Sprinter 2500 with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (1) and the suspension (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 5 recalls, the latest in August 2008 for the equipment adaptive / mobility. For comparison, the 2004 has 1 and the 2006 has 4.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical 2500 year, for its age
#314 most complained-about 2005 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2005 Sprinter 2500 problems
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2005 Sprinter 2500 recalls 5
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
- Sportsmobile is recalling 6 my 2003-2006 2500 sprinter van class b regular body and extended body recreational vehicles equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
- The risk
- Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
- The fix
- Sportsmobile will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. The recall began on april 10, 2008. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or sportsmobile at 1-512-835-4409.
- The problem
- Daimler buses of north carolina (dbnc) is recalling 334 my 2005-2006 sprinter 2500 and my 2003, 2005-2007 sprinter 3500 buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "Platform lift installation 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
- Dbnc 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 dbnc at 1-905-403-7807.
- The problem
- Certain buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "Platform lift systems for motor vehicles." The interlock switch system in the lift may not detect the presence of a passenger (either wheelchair or standee) on the ricon wheelchair platform lift.
- The risk
- In the event this condition occurs during passenger operations, it may be possible for the wheelchair to tip backwards onto the platform when the platform was lowered. This could result in injury to the wheelchair's occupant. Also, anyone standing on the platform could lose his or her balance and fall, resulting in injury.
- The fix
- Daimlerchrysler is working with ricon to repair these wheelchair lifts (please see 06e101). Owners can contact ricon at 800-322-2884 or daimlerchrysler at 1-800-882-8054.
- The problem
- On certain trucks distributed by dodge or freightliner and equipped with a tire valve, tr600, on 16" tires, the valve can develop cracks within the rubber part or between the metal part and the rubber part of the valve stem.
- The risk
- Such cracking may lead to a loss of air pressure at the valve stem, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the tire valves on all sprinter vehicles. The recall began on april 4, 2005. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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3 complaints about the 2005 Sprinter 2500
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 sprinter 2500 equipped with michelin ltx m/s tires, size: lt225/75/r16. While driving approximately 65-70 mph, the rear driver side tire blew out. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. The contact was informed that the failure was caused by tread separation. The tires were replacement tires. The tires were included in nhtsa campaign number: 13t012000 (tires). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vin and dot number were unknown. The approximate tire failure mileage was 20,000 and the vehicle failure mileage was 106,000.
Dt: the contact stated when semi trucks drive past van it wiggles" because of the force of the air. This interferes with the handling of the contact's vehicle. The dealership was contacted, and they asked the contact to bring the vehicle in for diagnostic testing, but he declined. *Ak
My vehicle (sprinter van) rolled away - down the hill, while in 'park' position. *Jb
Sprinter 2500: every year compared
All 2500 years2005 Sprinter 2500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Sprinter 2500 | 3 | 5 | D | |
| 2005 Sprinter 3500 | 14 | 2 | 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 Sprinter 2500
Does the 2005 Sprinter 2500 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2005 Sprinter 2500: equipment adaptive / mobility (August 2008); recreational vehicle / trailer (April 2008); equipment adaptive / mobility (March 2008); equipment adaptive / mobility (March 2007) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Sprinter 2500?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (1), suspension (1), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2005 Sprinter 2500 had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 13, 2005 and the latest on November 6, 2015. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2005 Sprinter 2500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Sprinter 2500 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 Sprinter 2500 years have the most complaints?
2006 (4), 2005 (3), 2007 (2). See every Sprinter 2500 year compared.
What should I do if my 2005 Sprinter 2500 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