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2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter POWER TRAIN Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

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POWER TRAIN Safety Recalls

Critical #08V352000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Manufacturer
SPRINTER ENGINEERING & COMPLIANCE SUPPOR
What Happened
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.
Show original NHTSA language
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.
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Other MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter 2008 Recalls

AIR BAGS
2 recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall
SUSPENSION
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall
STRUCTURE
1 recall

Other MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter Years

2025
2 recalls
2024
6 recalls
2023
7 recalls
2022
7 recalls
2021
18 recalls
2020
22 recalls
2019
42 recalls
2018
10 recalls
2017
9 recalls
2016
17 recalls
2015
12 recalls
2014
9 recalls
2013
6 recalls
2012
4 recalls
2011
5 recalls
2010
7 recalls
2009
5 recalls
2007
15 recalls
2006
13 recalls
2005
5 recalls
2004
3 recalls
2003
5 recalls
2002
4 recalls
2001
2 recalls

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2022 FORD Explorer
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2013 FORD Fusion
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. 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.