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2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter · 10 recorded campaigns · Prepared 2026-11-10
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NHTSA Campaign
OEM Recall
Component
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08V352000
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POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
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08V110000
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
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17V478000
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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16V077000
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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11V210000
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SEAT BELTS
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08V347000
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SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS
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13V213000
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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14V706000
14E-041
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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09V456000
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EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
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08V109000
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STRUCTURE
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The driveshaft in your truck is like a long rod that connects the transmission to the wheels. In some 2008 Dodge and Freightliner 3500 models, a specific part of the driveshaft may have small cracks.
Risk if Unfixed
If these cracks spread, the driveshaft could break while you're driving, which could cause a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect the driveshaft and replace it with a new one, if necessary, at no cost to you. You should contact your dealer to confirm repair availability now.
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Original — What Happened
SPRINTER IS RECALLING 79 MY 2008 DODGE AND FREIGHTLINER 3500 TRUCKS. SOME OF THE LEFT DRIVE SHAFTS ON THE REAR AXLE WHICH WERE LABELED WITH THE CHARGE INDICATOR "S," MAY CONTAIN CRACKS AT THE RADIUS BETWEEN THE SHAFT AND THE FLANGE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THESE CRACKS MAY CAUSE A BREAKAGE OF THE DRIVE SHAFT INCREASING THE RISK OF CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL CHECK THE LEFT REAR DRIVE SHAFT FOR CHARGE INDICATOR "S" AND REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 6, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPRINTER AT 1-843-695-5000.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Manufacturer
SPRINTER ENGINEERING & COMPLIANCE SUPPOR
What Happened
The master cylinder in your van's brake system is like the main control valve that helps you stop. In some 2007-2008 Dodge and Freightliner Sprinter vans, the wrong part might have been installed.
Risk if Unfixed
If your van's brakes don't work properly, you could experience reduced stopping power, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will replace the master brake cylinder and brake fluid reservoir with the correct components at no charge to you. Now is the time to confirm repair availability with your dealer, as the recall began on June 30, 2008.
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Original — What Happened
SPRINTER IS RECALLING 34 MY 2007-2008 DODGE AND FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500 CARGO VANS. SOME OF THESE VANS MAY NOT HAVE HAD THE CORRECT BRAKE COMPONENTS INSTALLED.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS COULD RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE APPROPRIATE MASTER BRAKE CYLINDERS AND BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIRS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPRINTER AT 1-800-992-1997.
The air bag in your passenger seat is a crucial safety feature designed to protect you in the event of a crash. In certain 2007-2009 Freightliner and Dodge Sprinter models, the air bag inflator might malfunction and rupture, releasing sharp metal fragments.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator ruptures, sharp metal fragments could fly towards you or your passengers, causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the passenger side air bag with a new, safer one at no cost to you. You should contact your dealer to confirm repair availability and schedule the free repair.
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Original — What Happened
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2007-2009 Freightliner and Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled into the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Note: This recall fully supersedes recall 15V-354 and partially supersedes recalls 16V-379 and 17V-025.
The driver's side airbag in your vehicle is a safety feature that deploys in a crash to cushion your head and neck. In certain 2007-2014 models, the airbag's inflator could fail and rupture, sending sharp metal fragments into the vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag inflator ruptures in a crash, metal fragments could strike you or your passengers, causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator with a new one, at no cost to you. To confirm repair availability and schedule the repair, contact your dealer now, as the recall began in March 2017.
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Original — What Happened
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (Daimler Vans) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured July 1, 2006, to July 31, 2008, 2007-2014 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured July 1, 2006, to July 1, 2014, and 2010-2014 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured July 1, 2010, to July 1, 2014. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Daimler Vans will notify the Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner owners and Fiat Chrysler will notify the Dodge owners. The respective dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2017. Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner owners may contact Daimler Van's customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Dodge owners may contact Fiat Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Your Sprinter's passenger seat bench might have safety belts that don't meet strict safety standards. These belts could fail to lock properly and may not be strong enough to keep you safe in a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash, the seat belts in your Sprinter might not work as they should, putting you at risk of serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your Mercedes-Benz dealer will inspect the seat belts and replace any that don't meet the safety requirements at no cost to you. Schedule the repair now to confirm availability, as the recall started on July 15, 2011.
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Original — What Happened
MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 2500 AND 3500 SPRINTER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN OPTIONAL THREE-SEAT BENCH IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. THE SEAT BENCHES IN THE SECOND SEATING ROW MAY HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY BELTS THAT DO NOT MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 208, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT," AND MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES." FIRST, THOSE SAFETY BELTS MAY NOT LOCK AS REQUIRED. SECOND, THE ASSEMBLY LOOP MAY NOT PERFORM TO MINIMUM FORCE REQUIREMENTS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SAFETY BELTS IN THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT PERFORM AS REQUIRED SUCH THAT A SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
MERCEDES-BENZ WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE ANY SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES THAT DO NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 843-695-5000.
The rear axle spring leaves in your truck are responsible for supporting the weight of your vehicle. In some 2008 Dodge or Freightliner 2500s, these springs were made with the wrong material, making them thicker than they should be.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rear axle springs fail prematurely, you could experience a loss of stability or even a crash, especially if you're carrying a heavy load or towing a trailer.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect and replace the rear axle springs with the correct ones, all at no cost to you. You should contact your dealer to confirm repair availability and schedule the fix.
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Original — What Happened
SPRINTER IS RECALLING 246 MY 2008 DODGE OR FREIGHTLINER 2500 TRUCKS. THE REAR AXLE SPRING LEAVES WERE PRODUCED WITH AN INCORRECT RAW MATERIAL. THEREFORE THE LEAVES ARE THICKER THAN THE SERIAL COMPONENTS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE REAR AXLE SPRINGS MAY FAIL EARLIER THAN DESIGNED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE REAR AXLE SPRINGS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 3, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPRINTER AT 1-843-695-5000.
The power disconnect solenoid in your ambulance is a critical component that controls the flow of electricity to essential systems. It's like a switch that tells your ambulance's lights and equipment to turn on and off.
Risk if Unfixed
If this solenoid fails, your ambulance's lights, sirens, and life-saving equipment could stop working. This means you might not be able to alert other drivers or provide proper care for patients, and the ambulance could be involved in a collision.
Free Fix
Your authorized Road Rescue service center will replace the faulty solenoid with a new one, at no cost to you. You should contact the service center to confirm repair availability and schedule the free repair.
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Original — What Happened
Road Rescue is recalling certain ambulances built on model year 2008 Dodge Sprinter 2500 chassis from April 2008 through December 2008. The failure of a power disconnect solenoid terminates the flow of electricity to the ambulance conversion.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
When the electrical power is interrupted, the siren, warning lights, and patient compartment lights may not operate. There may be a loss of power to life saving equipment in the patient compartment. In the event of an emergency, the ambulance may not be able to alert other vehicles of its presence, slowing its trip to the hospital and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Wheeled Coach Industries, Inc. will notify owners, and a Wheeled Coach/Road Rescue service center will replace the defective solenoid, free of charge. The recall began on May 31, 2013. Owners may contact Road Rescue at 1-800-628-8178.
The wheelchair lift in your vehicle is a crucial part that helps people with mobility issues get in and out safely. In some 2006-2014 Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge, and Mercedes-Benz models, the platform side plate of this lift can crack.
Risk if Unfixed
If the platform side plate cracks, the lift platform could separate from the lift and fall out when you open the doors. This could cause injury to the person operating the lift.
Free Fix
Your dealer will install extra support bumpers to prevent the platform from falling, and they'll replace any platform that's already showing signs of cracking - both of these repairs are completely free. You should contact your dealer to confirm repair availability now.
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Original — What Happened
Cummings Mobility Conversion & Supply (Cummings) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, Chevrolet Express, 2006-2008 Dodge Sprinter, and 2009-2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2013 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured January 1, 2006, to October 8, 2014, equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation after January 1, 2006. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
Original — Remedy
Cummings will notify owners to take buses to a Ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2015. Owners may contact Cumming's customer service at 1-800-639-5438 or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. Cumming's number for this recall is 14E-041.
The air conditioner in your vehicle has a heater element that could be faulty and cause smoke or sparks. It's part of the Carrier air conditioning unit, model numbers 68RV0010BA, 68RV0012CA, and 68RV0010EA.
Risk if Unfixed
If this heater element fails, it could start a fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Carry out the repair by contacting Carrier at 1-877-584-7059 or CUES at 1-407-849-0190 to schedule a free repair, which will be completed by Carrier at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
CUES, INC. IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 SERVICE VEHICLES BUILT ON VARIOUS CHASSIS EQUIPPED WITH CARRIER AIRV CEILING UNITS, MODEL NOS. 68RV0010BA, 68RV0012CA, AND 68RV0010EA. THE HEATER ELEMENT IN THESE ASSEMBLIES MAY BE DEFECTIVE WHICH COULD CAUSE THE UNIT TO CREATE SMOKE OR SPARKS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS DEFECT COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
CUES IS WORKING WITH CARRIER TO REMEDY THE AFFECTED VEHICLES. REPAIRS WILL BE MADE BY CARRIER FREE OF CHARGE. PLEASE SEE CARRIER'S DEFECT REPORT 09E-053. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 5, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CARRIER AT 1-877-584-7059 OR CUES AT 1-407-849-0190.
The C-pillar of your Dodge or Freightliner Sprinter is a structural support that helps protect you in a crash. In some 2007-2008 models with a 144-inch wheelbase and standard roof height, a crucial safety pad might be missing.
Risk if Unfixed
If your van is in a crash, the missing safety pad could fail to protect you, and you could suffer personal injury.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect your van and install the necessary safety pads at no cost to you. 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 2008 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
CHRYSLER/SPRINTER IS RECALLING 727 MY 2007-2008 DODGE AND FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 PASSENGER VANS EQUIPPED WITH 144 INCH WHEELBASE AND STANDARD ROOF HEIGHT. THESE VANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201U, 'OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT.' SOME VANS MAY NOT HAVE HAD CERTAIN HEAD IMPACT PROTECTION PADS INSTALLED AT THE C-PILLAR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, PERSONAL INJURY TO OCCUPANTS MAY OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES AND, IF THE HEAD IMPACT PROTECTION PADS ARE MISSING, THE APPROPRIATE PADS WILL BE INSTALLED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 9, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPRINTER AT 1-800-853-1403.
What is the overall risk grade for the 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter?
The 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter has a risk grade of F. This grade is calculated from 10 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).
How many safety recalls does the 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter have?
The 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter has 10 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
What is the most severe recall for the 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter?
The most severe recall for the 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.
Is the 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter safe to drive?
This model year has 10 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 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT recall for the 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #08V352000)
The driveshaft in your truck is like a long rod that connects the transmission to the wheels. In some 2008 Dodge and Freightliner 3500 models, a specific part of the driveshaft may have small cracks. If these cracks spread, the driveshaft could break while you're driving, which could cause a crash. Your dealer will inspect the driveshaft and replace it with a new one, if necessary, at no cost to you. You should contact your dealer to confirm repair availability now.
What is the SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER recall for the 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #08V110000)
The master cylinder in your van's brake system is like the main control valve that helps you stop. In some 2007-2008 Dodge and Freightliner Sprinter vans, the wrong part might have been installed. If your van's brakes don't work properly, you could experience reduced stopping power, which could lead to a crash. Your authorized dealer will replace the master brake cylinder and brake fluid reservoir with the correct components at no charge to you. Now is the time to confirm repair availability with your dealer, as the recall began on June 30, 2008.
What is the AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE recall for the 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #17V478000)
The air bag in your passenger seat is a crucial safety feature designed to protect you in the event of a crash. In certain 2007-2009 Freightliner and Dodge Sprinter models, the air bag inflator might malfunction and rupture, releasing sharp metal fragments. If the air bag inflator ruptures, sharp metal fragments could fly towards you or your passengers, causing serious injury or even death. Your dealer will replace the passenger side air bag with a new, safer one at no cost to you. You should contact your dealer to confirm repair availability and schedule the free repair.
What is the AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE recall for the 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #16V077000)
The driver's side airbag in your vehicle is a safety feature that deploys in a crash to cushion your head and neck. In certain 2007-2014 models, the airbag's inflator could fail and rupture, sending sharp metal fragments into the vehicle. If the airbag inflator ruptures in a crash, metal fragments could strike you or your passengers, causing serious injury or even death. Your dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator with a new one, at no cost to you. To confirm repair availability and schedule the repair, contact your dealer now, as the recall began in March 2017.
What is the SEAT BELTS recall for the 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #11V210000)
Your Sprinter's passenger seat bench might have safety belts that don't meet strict safety standards. These belts could fail to lock properly and may not be strong enough to keep you safe in a crash. If you're in a crash, the seat belts in your Sprinter might not work as they should, putting you at risk of serious injury or even death. Your Mercedes-Benz dealer will inspect the seat belts and replace any that don't meet the safety requirements at no cost to you. Schedule the repair now to confirm availability, as the recall started on July 15, 2011.
