The intake manifold in your Sprinter van is a crucial part that helps your engine breathe. Over time, it may corrode due to a chemical reaction with diesel fuel, which can lead to serious problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the intake manifold corrodes, you could experience an exhaust gas leak, fuel line damage, or heat damage to the insulation. In the worst case, a fuel leak and ignition source could cause a fire.
Free Fix
Your certified dealer will inspect and replace the intake manifold with a new one, free of charge. You should contact your dealer to confirm repair availability and schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2011 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
MERCEDES-BENZ USA (MBUSA) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2002- 2003 SPRINTER 2500 AND 3500 VANS SOLD AS DODGE AND FREIGHTLINER VEHICLES. THE INTAKE MANIFOLDS MAY HAVE CORRODED. A CHEMICAL REACTION INVOLVING SULFUR IN THE DIESEL FUEL THAT TAKES PLACE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS CAN LEAD TO THE FORMATION OF SULFURIC ACID IN THE EXHAUST CHANNEL OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
INTAKE MANIFOLD CORROSION MAY LEAD TO AN EXHAUST GAS LEAK, DAMAGE TO THE FUEL RETURN LINE WHICH COULD CAUSE A FUEL LEAK, AND HEAT DAMAGE TO THE INSULATION AT THE FIRE WALL. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD FREE OF CHARGE. CHRYSLER, LLC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF DODGE SPRINTERS AND MBUSA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS FREIGHTLINER SPRINTERS. THIS RECALL IS AN EXPANSION OF A PREVIOUS RECALL (PLEASE SEE RECALL CAMPAIGN 09V-418). THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403 OR SPRINTER AT 1-843-695-5031.
The intake manifold in your van is a crucial part that brings air and fuel into the engine. Unfortunately, in some 2002-2003 models, this part can corrode due to a chemical reaction with sulfur in the diesel fuel.
Risk if Unfixed
If the intake manifold corrodes, it could start leaking exhaust gases, which can cause a fuel leak, and even damage the insulation at the front of your engine. This could lead to engine overheating and potentially cause a fire.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will inspect and replace the intake manifold with a new one, free of charge. You should contact your dealer now to confirm repair availability and schedule the repair.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
SPRINTER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2002 THROUGH 2003 VANS SOLD AS DODGE AND FREIGHTLINER VEHICLES. THE INTAKE MANIFOLDS MAY HAVE CORRODED. A CHEMICAL REACTION INVOLVING SULFUR IN THE DIESEL FUEL THAT TAKES PLACE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS CAN LEAD TO THE FORMATION OF SULFURIC ACID IN THE EXHAUST CHANNEL OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
INTAKE MANIFOLD CORROSION MAY LEAD TO AN EXHAUST GAS LEAK, DAMAGE TO THE FUEL RETURN LINE WHICH COULD CAUSE A FUEL LEAK, AND HEAT DAMAGE TO THE INSULATION AT THE FRONT WALL.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD FREE OF CHARGE. CHRYSLER, LLC IS HANDLING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403 OR SPRINTER AT 843-695-5031.
This model year has 2 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM recall for the 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #11V410000)
The intake manifold in your Sprinter van is a crucial part that helps your engine breathe. Over time, it may corrode due to a chemical reaction with diesel fuel, which can lead to serious problems. If the intake manifold corrodes, you could experience an exhaust gas leak, fuel line damage, or heat damage to the insulation. In the worst case, a fuel leak and ignition source could cause a fire. Your certified dealer will inspect and replace the intake manifold with a new one, free of charge. You should contact your dealer to confirm repair availability and schedule the repair as soon as possible.
What is the ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM recall for the 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #09V418000)
The intake manifold in your van is a crucial part that brings air and fuel into the engine. Unfortunately, in some 2002-2003 models, this part can corrode due to a chemical reaction with sulfur in the diesel fuel. If the intake manifold corrodes, it could start leaking exhaust gases, which can cause a fuel leak, and even damage the insulation at the front of your engine. This could lead to engine overheating and potentially cause a fire. Your authorized dealer will inspect and replace the intake manifold with a new one, free of charge. You should contact your dealer now to confirm repair availability and schedule the repair.