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2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 8 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500.

2
recalls
8
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.

2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 recalls

Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 17V480000 · reported July 28, 2017 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC · 17,609 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2012 Freightliner and Mercedes Benz 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 front passenger side air bag, free of charge. The recall began on January 12, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Note: This recall supersedes recall 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.

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.

Mar 17, 2023 · Vehicle speed control · 16,000 miles

The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500. The contact stated that on various occasions after coming to a stop at a traffic signal, the vehicle was stalling and shaking while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the engine revved loudly before accelerating. No warning lights were…

Aug 3, 2022 · Service brakes

Wheel speed sensor malfunction, partially addressed in NHTSA recall ID: 21V042 Why only rear speed sensors? As of Aug. 2, 2022, I am facing the replacement of both front speed sensors one of which was replaced a year ago. No ABS braking, No stability control, faulty parts creating on going safety problems not…

Aug 12, 2021 · Air bags

Had a service call to repair recall items. Technician forgot to install bolts holding the transmission which led to multiple light alerts. Could have been dangerous for driver.

Mar 15, 2019 · Vehicle speed control · 50,000 miles

THE VAN WILL AT TIMES ACCELERATE ON IT OWN.

Nov 13, 2018 · Unknown or other · 23,000 miles

CHECK ENGINE AND DEF LIGHT COMES ON WHEN I CAN ONLY PUT A QUART OF DEF IN TANK ONLY HAVE 23000 MILES ON ENGINE. LIGHT CLEARS AFTER ADDING ONLY A QUART AND RESTATRTING AND DRIVING. THEN RETURNS IN A SHORT WHILE. SHOULDNT THIS BE COVERED UNDER THE EMISSION WTTY. YEAR 2012 MERCEDES SPRINTER 3500

Sprinter 2500 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2009 0100
2010 61400
2011 41400
2012 2800
2013 32100
2014 63814
2015 142310

Across all years, the 2020 Sprinter 2500 has the most complaints (80). All Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 years →

Questions

Does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500?
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (3 complaints), followed by air bags (2).
How many 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 8 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 March 17, 2023.