2008 Daimler Sprinter Bus recalls and problems
The 2008 Daimler Sprinter Bus has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Daimler dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2008 Daimler Sprinter Bus vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2008 Daimler Sprinter Bus recalls
Recall 12V-148: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Daimler is recalling certain 2008-2009 daimler sprinter mini-buses equipped with braun century-2 and vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
Risk: A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchairâs occupant could fall and sustain injury.
Fix: Daimler is working with braun to notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 19, 2012. Owners may contact daimler at 1-800-882-8054.
Recall 10V-171: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Daimler bus north carolina (Dbnc) is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 sprinter bus transit buses manufactured between march 2008 and july 2009 fitted with ricon public use lifts. The restraint belt on these lifts was designed to prevent the lift from moving, unless the tongue of the belt is fully engaged and latched in the buckle. Ricon has discovered, however, that it is possible for the operator to insert the belt tongue into the buckle without fully engaging the latching mechanism. In this case, the restraint belt would appear to be latched, and the operator could run the lift. If the restraint belt tongue is not fully engaged into the restraint belt buckle, and latched, the lift may operate with an occupant on the platform.
Risk: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move without the restraint belt properly buckled.
Fix: Dbnc is working with ricon and ricon will be performing the remedy for this campaign. Please see ricon's defect report 09e-060. Ricon will provide customers with a warning decal and a DVD-based training aid. The safety recall began on august 6, 2010. Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or dbnc at 1-905-403-7807.
2008 Daimler Sprinter Bus problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 |
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2008 Daimler Sprinter Bus complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Daimler Sprinter Bus years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Daimler Sprinter Bus have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Daimler Sprinter Bus: 12V-148 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 10V-171 (equipment adaptive/mobility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Daimler Sprinter Bus?
Owners report air bags problems most often (1 reports).
Are Daimler recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Daimler dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.