Mercedes Benz Sprinter Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes Benz Sprinter, across 2 model years (2010–2011). The 2011 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes.
Mercedes Benz 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
- 2011 Sprinter: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2010 Sprinter: 2 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 Mercedes Benz Sprinter problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes Benz Sprinter model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Sprinter | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2010 Sprinter | 2 | 0 | — | Service Brakes |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes Benz Sprinter years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2011 (2), 2010 (2). 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 Mercedes Benz Sprinter?
Service Brakes, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz Sprinter have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.