2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Dodge Sprinter 2500.
2
recalls
1
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
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.
The risk
The operator may lose steering ability of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
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.
The risk
The switching contacts of the lamp may cause a short circuit of the rear lamp increasing the risk of a fire.
The 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.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Engine and engine cooling1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Dec 9, 2007 · Engine and engine cooling
I RECENTLY BOUGHT A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO AND THE HEATER DO NOT WORK ON THE CAR. NOW THAT IT IS WINTER AND VERY COLD I DO NOT HAVE ANY HEAT AT ALL. MY WINDOWS WILL NOT DEFROST AND IT IS BECOMING A HUGE PROBLEM. I SEE THAT IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM AFTER DOING MORE RESEARCH AND WHY HAVEN'T IT BEEN RECALLED YET…
Does the 2001 Dodge Sprinter 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Dodge Sprinter 2500, the most recent reported on July 24, 2008 (Steering: column). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Dodge Sprinter 2500?
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints).
How many 2001 Dodge Sprinter 2500 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 1 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received December 9, 2007.