2001 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 24, 2008 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Sprinter 2500 years
Not enough data 17th of 22 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2001 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 so far. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2001 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 recalls (2)

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Steering:columnJul 24, 2008 · NHTSA campaign 08V339000 · 10 vehicles

Problem: Sprinter is recalling 10 my 2001-2006 dodge and freightliner 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The welding seam between the bracket and steering column of affected spare parts does not meet design specifications. The result of an out of specification welding seam is that the steering column may detach from its interior vehicle mounting bracket.

Risk: The operator may lose steering ability of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering columns free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before february 16, 2009. Owners may contact sprinter at 843-695-5057.

Interior lightingJul 13, 2007 · NHTSA campaign 07V299000 · 4,433 vehicles

Problem: On certain trucks equipped with rear air conditioning system, the interior lamp is equipped with an 18w lamp and a scattering lens. In extremely hot and humid conditions, the combination of heat and humidity, and the heat from the lamp due to extreme long term operation, can distort the scattering lens.

Risk: The switching contacts of the lamp may cause a short circuit of the rear lamp increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rear interior lamps free of charge with a modified version which is not subject to the impacts of heat and humidity. The recall began on december 17, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler manufacturing international at 1-843-695-5041.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Freightliner Sprinter 2500?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Freightliner Sprinter 2500?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2001 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sprinter 2500 model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.