2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 recalls and problems

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 has 7 safety recalls and 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer.

Recalls
7
Complaints
19
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 recalls

Recall 25V-725: Structure

Reported Oct 24, 2025 · 366 vehicles affected · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Problem: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 vehicles. The right longitudinal frame member may not be reinforced properly, decreasing the structural integrity of the third-row seats.

Risk: Third-row seats with inadequate strength may fail to protect occupants, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2025. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3RASCHW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 31, 2025.

Recall 24V-517: Suspension

Reported Jul 9, 2024 · 1,232 vehicles affected · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Problem: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The spring U-bolts for the rear axle may have reduced strength due to improper heat-treatment, which can cause the rear axle to shift out of position.

Risk: An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the spring U-bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FEDERB.

Recall 24V-225: Electrical System

Reported Mar 24, 2024 · 99 vehicles affected · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Problem: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. A 12-Volt ground connection may not be secured properly, which can result in the ground connection overheating and a loss of drive power.

Risk: An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire, and a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the 12-Volt ground connection, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3HVERSL.

Recall 24V-166: Electrical System

Reported Mar 1, 2024 · 828 vehicles affected · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Problem: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The main wiring harness may chafe against the drive shaft and short circuit, which can result in a loss of drive power, power steering, and brake system control.

Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire. In addition, a loss of drive power, power steering, and brake system control increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the routing of the main wiring harness and correct it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BEFHAU.

Recall 23V-876: Structure

Reported Dec 21, 2023 · 387 vehicles affected · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Problem: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The partition wall may be missing bolts, allowing the wall to detach during a crash.

Risk: A detached partition wall can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and secure the partition wall as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 16, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3TREWAN.

Recall 23V-849: Suspension

Reported Dec 15, 2023 · 33 vehicles affected · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Problem: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The front left suspension strut bolt may not be secured properly, which can result in a loss of steering control.

Risk: A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the front left suspension strut bolt connection and repair the body contact surface as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 31, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FEDDOR.

Recall 23V-806: Structure

Reported Dec 1, 2023 · 131 vehicles affected · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Problem: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The topcoat paint formula may cause the windows and interior lashing rails to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle.

Risk: An insufficiently bonded window can detach during a crash, and objects secured to an insufficiently bonded interior lashing rail can detach, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the paint adhesion and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Depending on the extent of any damage, DVUSA may offer to repurchase the vehicle. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 5, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LACKHA.

2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine6
Power Train6
Fuel/Propulsion System5
Unknown or Other4
Steering2
Electrical System2
Visibility/Wiper1
Service Brakes1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Suspension1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Wheels1

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 2,100 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · reported Oct 11, 2026
The High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and corresponding fuel delivery pressure regulator/sensors have suffered an internal mechanical failure. The system intermittently fails to maintain commanded rail pressure, leading to critical engine cylinder misfires (P0302, P0304) and severe long-term fuel adaptation breaches (P00C600, P008992, P017184, P218862). This defect is physically causing raw gasoline to leak into the combustion chambers, oil crankcase, and exhaust tract. The vehicle and all compromised components are fully intact and available for immediate inspection upon request. My life and the…
Engine · reported Oct 8, 2026
The ECM harness was wired too close to a sharp metal piece within the engine bay, the clip MBZ uses to secure it was insufficient to hold it back, the thick wiring harness got caught on the metal piece and overtime got cut deeply causing a short with thermal issues spreading to other components, the wiring harness melted together and caused so much heat in the engine bay that other components touching the thick wiring also have visible melt spots, if it wasn't caught because we got a shock from a metall component of the car and therefore realized there must be a short it could've potentially…
Electrical System · reported Jul 3, 2026
On January 19, 2026, my neighbors / daughter noticed smoke was coming from under the van that had been parked for over 3 hours. Shortly after, he confirmed the van had caught fire. I asked him to call the fire department.
Unknown or Other · reported Mar 24, 2026
In August 2025, I had taken the van for a drive to charge things up, got home, put it in park and parked it in my driveway, which has a mild slope. ~ 30 seconds - 1 minute after me leaving the vehicle, it rolled backward out of the driveway, across a busy street and 1/4 into my neighbors yard. I was mortified, there is usually a lot of people walking their dogs, kids etc...and cars going by. The vehicle was stopped by the curb vs the 2nd back tire (Thie first one cleared the curb and was in my neighbors lawn. It ALMOST hit a BIG tree. I pulled it back into the driveway & checked it again…
Wheels · reported Nov 21, 2025
2023 Sprinter van jack was pulled out for the first time to be used last week and found to be unsafe. The jack base is crowned in center, the edges flare upwards and large gouge/groove in metal base, causing the jack to noticeably wobble and rock in manner that it is unsafe to use, fear of jack tilting and dropping van onto user of jack. Jack base has obvious defects and unsafe to use. Have contacted dealer and referred to MBUSA who provided a case # and no resolution to provide a safe jack to replace the defective jack.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500: 25V-725 (structure), 24V-517 (suspension), 24V-225 (electrical system), 24V-166 (electrical system), 23V-876 (structure) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500?

Owners report engine problems most often (6 reports), followed by power train (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 2,100 miles.

Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.