2004 Sprinter 3500 recalls and problems

The 2004 Sprinter 3500 has 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Sprinter dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Sprinter 3500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Sprinter 3500 recalls

Recall 08V-387: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Reported Aug 6, 2008 · 465 vehicles affected · DAIMLER BUSES NORTH CAROLINA

Problem: Daimler buses is recalling 465 my 2004-2008 sprinter 2500 and 3500 buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.

Risk: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.

Fix: Daimler buses is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts (Please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-800-322-2884 or daimler buses at 1-905-403-7807.

2004 Sprinter 3500 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Unknown or Other1

Most reported parts

  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 175,000 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 2004 Sprinter 3500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Unknown or Other · at 175,000 miles · reported Mar 28, 2020
After the recall, the OBD II can only be accessed by a dodge dealer. The OBD II port will not connect to a smog technicians equipment so the vehicle cannot be smogged.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · reported Nov 28, 2005
Brake failure without warning rotor disk split from hub replace rotor disk- we own 5 sprinters- this has happen on 3 with low miles - the calipers exert too much force on the very thin rotors- they split from hub without any warning!

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Sprinter 3500 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Sprinter 3500: 08V-387 (equipment adaptive/mobility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Sprinter 3500?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (2 reports), followed by unknown or other (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 175,000 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.