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2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter SEAT BELTS Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: High Priority

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SEAT BELTS Safety Recalls

High Priority #11V210000 Plain English
Component

SEAT BELTS

Manufacturer
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC - DBA SPRINTER
What Happened
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.
Show original NHTSA language
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.
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Other MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter 2008 Recalls

AIR BAGS
2 recalls
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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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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 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.