2003 Sprinter 3500 recalls and problems
The 2003 Sprinter 3500 has 2 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Sprinter dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2003 Sprinter 3500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2003 Sprinter 3500 recalls
Recall 08V-134: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Daimler buses of north carolina (Dbnc) is recalling 334 my 2005-2006 sprinter 2500 and my 2003, 2005-2007 sprinter 3500 buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installation in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
Risk: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Fix: Dbnc is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or dbnc at 1-905-403-7807.
Recall 03V-082: Air Bags
Problem: On certain vans, a capacitor within the electronic control unit for the air bag can crack and the air bag may not activate as designed. This condition is signaled to the driver by the SRS-warning lamp.
Risk: The air bag may not deploy correctly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to a seat occupant.
Fix: Dealers will replace the electronic control unit for the air bag. Owner notification began on april 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler international at 1-704-655-1052.
2003 Sprinter 3500 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 120,250 miles (median of owner reports).
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 2003 Sprinter 3500 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Sprinter 3500 years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Sprinter 3500 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2003 Sprinter 3500: 08V-134 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 03V-082 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Sprinter 3500?
Owners report tires problems most often (1 reports), followed by seat belts (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 120,250 miles.
Are Sprinter recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Sprinter dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.