2005 Sprinter 3500 recalls and problems
The 2005 Sprinter 3500 has 2 safety recalls and 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Sprinter dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2005 Sprinter 3500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2005 Sprinter 3500 recalls
Recall 08V-387: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
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.
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.
2005 Sprinter 3500 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Visibility | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel — 4
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Other Fuel Types › Turbo/Supercharger — 2
- Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
- Fuel System, Diesel › Storage › Tank Assembly — 1
- Structure › Body › Hood — 1
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 5,444 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 2005 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 2005 Sprinter 3500 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Sprinter 3500: 08V-387 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 08V-134 (equipment adaptive/mobility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Sprinter 3500?
Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (7 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 5,444 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.