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2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter STRUCTURE Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Standard NHTSA Filing

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for STRUCTURE issues.

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STRUCTURE Safety Recalls

Standard NHTSA Filing #08V109000 Plain English
Component

STRUCTURE

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

AIR BAGS
2 recalls
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall
SUSPENSION
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
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 STRUCTURE recall for the 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #08V109000)

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. If your van is in a crash, the missing safety pad could fail to protect you, and you could suffer personal injury. 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 soon as possible.