Mercedes-Benz Sprinter - Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, for which Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system.For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Mercedes-Benz Sprinter have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN

Latest Sprinter’s Issues in the EU

All Sprinter´s EU Recalls

If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.

Check the vehicle’s history

Latest Sprinter’s Issues in the UK

MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER (2006 – 2018) – THE DRIVER AIRBAG
on 25/09/2022
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER (27/02/2006 – 03/07/2018) RECALL: Problem description: The driver airbag may not deploy correctly if activated.
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER (2006 – 2017) – THE DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG
on 21/09/2022
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER (30/08/2006 – 16/03/2017) RECALL: Problem description: The Drivers front air bag may not deploy as intended.
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER (2018 – 2020) – THE REAR-VIEW CAMERA
on 11/07/2022
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER (27/04/2018 – 28/08/2020) RECALL: Problem description: The software of the rear-view camera on certain vehicles might not meet […]