2007 Dodge Sprinter 2500 recalls and problems

5 recalls and 24 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Dodge Sprinter 2500.

5
recalls
24
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
2
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.

2007 Dodge Sprinter 2500 recalls

Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 17V478000 · reported July 28, 2017 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC · 43,689 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2007-2009 Freightliner and Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled into the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
The risk
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Note: This recall fully supersedes recall 15V-354 and partially supersedes recalls 16V-379 and 17V-025.

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 16V077000 · reported February 10, 2016 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC · 136,361 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (Daimler Vans) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured July 1, 2006, to July 31, 2008, 2007-2014 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured July 1, 2006, to July 1, 2014, and 2010-2014 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured July 1, 2010, to July 1, 2014. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
The risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Daimler Vans will notify the Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner owners and Fiat Chrysler will notify the Dodge owners. The respective dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2017. Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner owners may contact Daimler Van's customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Dodge owners may contact Fiat Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Structure

NHTSA campaign 08V109000 · reported March 11, 2008 · SPRINTER ENGINEERING & COMPLIANCE SUPPOR · 727 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Chrysler/sprinter is recalling 727 my 2007-2008 dodge and freightliner sprinter 2500 passenger vans equipped with 144 inch wheelbase and standard roof height. These vans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201u, 'occupant protection in interior impact.' some vans may not have had certain head impact protection pads installed at the c-pillar.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to occupants may occur.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and, if the head impact protection pads are missing, the appropriate pads will be installed. The recall began on april 9, 2008. Owners may contact sprinter at 1-800-853-1403.

Engine and engine cooling: engine, diesel

NHTSA campaign 07V594000 · reported December 21, 2007 · SPRINTER ENGINEERING & COMPLIANCE SUPPOR · 6,101 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain utility vans, the crankshaft sensor in certain diesel engines could fail due to separation of bond wires from the lead frame in the sensor. This results in an interruption in the electrical connection in the chip housing of the sensor.
The risk
When this happens, the vehicles may lose power rather than enter a limp-home mode. In addition, the vehicle cannot be restarted after failure of the electrical connection in the sensor, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the crankshaft sensors. The recall began on march 3, 2008. Owners may contact sprinter at 1-800-992-1997.

Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly, mounting

NHTSA campaign 07V325000 · reported July 26, 2007 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER MANUFACTURING INTL · 461 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain trucks, the screw bolts of the fuel tank fastening straps may not have been tightened correctly. After normal production process, the vehicles are disassembed for shipment to the US and the bolts may not have been correctly tightened when re-assembled.
The risk
The fuel tank can loosen and leak fuel. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the screw bolts of the tank fastening straps and the bolts will be tightened with the correct torque. The recall began on october 8, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler international at 843-695-5041.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 18, 2023 · Air bags

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Sprinter 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V077000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made…

Jan 5, 2018 · Electrical system · 212,735 miles

WHILE IN MOTION THE VEHICLES WIPER MOTOR STOPPED WORKING. AFTER FURTHER INSPECTION IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS HAD FAILED AND SEVERAL ELECTRICAL CONDUCTORS HAD MELTED AWAY THEIR PROTECTIVE COATING CAUSING SEVERAL SYSTEMS TO SHORT OUT AND STOP WORKING. THIS ALSO CAUSED THE WIPER MOTOR TO PREMATURELY…

Aug 10, 2017 · Air bags · 105,000 miles

TAKATA RECALL LARRY H MILLER DODGE (ALBUQUERQUE) IN THE LAST TWO MONTHS HAS HAD MY 2007 SPRINTER FOR A MONTH TO TRY TO REPLACE THE TAKATA PASSENGER AIRBAG. I NEEDED THE SPRINTER BACK SO I WENT TO COLORADO AND WHEN I GOT BACK, I WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP TODAY. WHAT THEY TOLD ME WAS THAT THEY NEED A DIFFERENT (NEW) WIRING…

Apr 27, 2016 · Air bags

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE SPRINTER 2500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V354000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V077000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL…

Apr 18, 2016 · Air bags

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE SPRINTER 2500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V354000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V077000 (AIR BAGS). THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE BEYOND A REASONABLE TIME FRAME. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHEN THE VEHICLE WOULD BE…

Sprinter 2500 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2004 31200
2005 32102
2006 53411
2007 52402
2008 55302
2009 4300

Across all years, the 2008 Sprinter 2500 has the most complaints (53). All Dodge Sprinter 2500 years →

Questions

Does the 2007 Dodge Sprinter 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2007 Dodge Sprinter 2500, the most recent reported on July 28, 2017 (Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Dodge Sprinter 2500?
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (8 complaints), followed by electrical system (6).
How many 2007 Dodge Sprinter 2500 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 24 complaints report a crash and 2 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 July 18, 2023.