2003 Sprinter 3500
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2003 Sprinter 3500. Newest first.
Daimler buses of north carolina (dbnc) IS recalling 334 my 2005-2006 sprinter 2500 and my 2003, 2005-2007 sprinter 3500 buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installation in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
Dbnc IS working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or dbnc at 1-905-403-7807.
On certain vans, a capacitor within the electronic control unit for the air bag can crack and the air bag may not activate as designed. this condition IS signaled to the driver by the srs-warning lamp.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The air bag may not deploy correctly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to a seat occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the electronic control unit for the air bag. owner notification began on april 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler international at 1-704-655-1052.
Owner complaints
2 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Seat belts
Passenger seat belt kept locking while van was moving and then would not retract at all. Driver side retracts but very slowly. *tr
- Tires
2003 sprinter 3500 shc, unit 1 and unit 2 were westbound on the turnpike when a set of dual tires came off unit 1 and struck unit 2. Both units subsequently pull over on the north shoulder. *bf the left rear duals sheered off the hub. (Ohio traffic crash report # 10-0062-89)*jb updated 03/29/11 *bf
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.
- 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
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- 10158226Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
- 10158225Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
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- 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
- 10158175Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve leaking or not closing properly
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