Dodge Sprinter Problems by Year
NHTSA has 101 owner complaints and 10 safety recalls on file for the Dodge Sprinter, across 5 model years (2003–2007). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (47). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Dodge Sprinter years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Sprinter model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 Sprinter: 47 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2004 Sprinter: 39 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2003 Sprinter: 15 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Dodge Sprinter problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 30 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 19 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Dodge Sprinter model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Sprinter | 47 | 5 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2006 Sprinter | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 2005 Sprinter | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2004 Sprinter | 39 | 0 | — | Tires | |
| 2003 Sprinter | 15 | 0 | — | Tires |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Dodge Sprinter years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (47), 2004 (39), 2003 (15). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Dodge Sprinter?
Air Bags, with 30 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Dodge Sprinter have?
10 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.