2004 Sprinter 2500
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2004 Sprinter 2500. Newest first.
Daimler buses IS recalling 465 my 2004-2008 sprinter 2500 and 3500 buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Remedy
Daimler buses IS working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts (please see 07e097). owners may contact ricon at 1-800-322-2884 or daimler buses at 1-905-403-7807.
Sportsmobile IS recalling 6 my 2003-2006 2500 sprinter van class b regular body and extended body recreational vehicles equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. the refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) IS…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
Remedy
Sportsmobile will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 06e076). dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. the recall began on april 10, 2008. owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or sportsmobile at 1-512-835-4409.
On certain trucks distributed by dodge or freightliner and equipped with a tire valve, tr600, on 16" tires, the valve can develop cracks within the rubber part or between the metal part and the rubber part of the valve stem.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Such cracking may lead to a loss of air pressure at the valve stem, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tire valves on all sprinter vehicles. the recall began on april 4, 2005. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Owner complaints
1 complaints
Latest complaints
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Dt: consumer complained about a transmission problem. when accelerating onto the highway it will not shift from 3RD gear to 4TH gear. The dealer said it could not be fixed until the problem became worse. The consumer could hear grumbling and growling noises and it was getting worse. The transmission sounded like it was not sure of what gear it was suppose to be in.*ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10229256KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
- 10223602Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.
- 10221686KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
- 10220995Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator only used on Auto-RWD transmission Note: The color of the insulator is not relevant for service.
- 10220101Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10220097Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10190682Emissions Recall T21 Reprogram Engine Control Unit
- 10175743Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10175735Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
- 10171648Check engine light on and fault codes P3005A9, P3005FF, P30074B in CDI Control Unit
- 10169249Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10169245Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10160728Noise on propeller shaft/rear axle from approx. 25mph
- 10158352Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
- 10158304Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
- 10158303Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
- 10158248447 Metris does not shift out of Park
- 10158242Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
- 10158241Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
- 10158240Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
- 10158228Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
- 10158227Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
- 10158226Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
- 10158225Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
- 10158224Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
- 10158223SRS Lamp Illuminated
- 10158222Seat belt does not roll up correctly
- 10158220Installation position of fender liner twisted at rear
- 10158218Noise from area of blower motor with climate control switched on
- 10158210Sliding door in partition wall cannot be locked in open position
- 10158204Signal tone of Parktronic system (PTS) too quiet
- 10158201ESP indicator lamp active, fault code C007500 in ESP control unit
- 10158188Lane Keeping Assist: Fault message in instrument cluster, function not available.
- 10158181Ball joint check on front axle
- 10158179Creaking noises at front spring at low outside temperatures
- 10158178ESM (electronic selector lever module) fault 0002 "Undervoltage"
- 10158176Engine oil level above max, oil indicator light on
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