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2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2016 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 16
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 91
Latest campaign: Feb 3, 2021

Recall summary by component16

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Equipment	5	Feb 15, 2018	18V113000 17V786000 17V650000 17V364000 16V093000
Air bags	3	Jan 8, 2019	19V003000 19V004000 17V093000
Power train	2	Sep 22, 2017	17V592000 17V149000
Seat belts	2	Nov 28, 2016	16V853000 16V670000
Structure	2	May 24, 2016	16V351000 16V261000
Electronic stability control (ESC)	1	Feb 3, 2021	21V042000
Steering	1	Oct 28, 2020	20V663000

Safety recalls16

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Feb 3, 2021Latest campaign


Feb 3, 202121V042000	Electronic stability control (ESC): control module If ESC becomes disabled, vehicle driving stability may be impacted under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V042000 What's wrong Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500 and Freightliner Sprinter 3500 vehicles upfitted into campers or recreational vehicles. The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) unit may become disabled on these vehicles. Risk If ESC becomes disabled, vehicle driving stability may be impacted under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-wheel speed sensor with a more robust sensor, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on March 10, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is NC3DREZAHA. Filed under Sprinter 3500 Campaign NHTSA 21V042000 · Feb 3, 2021
Oct 28, 202020V663000	Steering: hydraulic power assist hose, piping, and connections The sudden loss of power steering assist and hydraulic steering fluid leaking onto the roadway may increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V663000 What's wrong Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach at their connection points under certain operating conditions, causing hydraulic fluid to leak. Risk The sudden loss of power steering assist and hydraulic steering fluid leaking onto the roadway may increase the risk of a crash. Remedy DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the return line connections of the power steering system, correcting it as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this campaign is NV3LETULPE. Filed under Sprinter 1500, Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500, Sprinter 4500 Campaign NHTSA 20V663000 · Oct 28, 2020
Jan 8, 201919V003000	Air bags: frontal driver side An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V003000 What's wrong Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the driver frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. Risk An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. Remedy DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall is began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Filed under Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500 Campaign NHTSA 19V003000 · Jan 8, 2019
Jan 8, 201919V004000	Air bags: frontal passenger side An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V004000 What's wrong Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of 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 explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. Risk An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. Remedy DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Filed under Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500 Campaign NHTSA 19V004000 · Jan 8, 2019
Feb 15, 201818V113000	Equipment: other labels The incorrect UVW label can result in final stage manufacturers exceeding the maximum vehicle weight once the vehicle is completed. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V113000 What's wrong Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and Sprinter 3500 vehicles, equipped with folding seats (sales code S20). The unloaded vehicle weight (UVW) label on these incomplete vehicles may be incorrect. Risk The incorrect UVW label can result in final stage manufacturers exceeding the maximum vehicle weight once the vehicle is completed. A vehicle that exceeds its maximum weight has an increased risk of a crash. Remedy DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the UVW label and inspect the vehicle to make sure that it is not overloaded, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Filed under Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500 Campaign NHTSA 18V113000 · Feb 15, 2018
Dec 8, 201717V786000	Equipment In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V786000 What's wrong Midwest Automotive Designs, LLC (Midwest) is recalling certain Custom Vans and Camper Van recreational vehicles built on 2014-2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter chassis and 2016-2017 RAM Promaster chassis. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf Risk In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. Remedy Midwest will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fire extinguisher with a different brand, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2017. Owners may contact Kidde customer service for their replacement extinguisher at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Filed under Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500 Campaign NHTSA 17V786000 · Dec 8, 2017

Merged from NHTSA model names: Sprinter 3500, Sprinter 1500, Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 4500. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component91

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

91Complaints filed

3Involving a crash

3Involving a fire

6Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Air bags	21	23	1	0	3
Service brakes	18	20	2	1	2
Power train	16	18	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	15	16	0	0	0
Electronic stability control (ESC)	13	14	1	0	0
Electrical system	12	13	0	2	0
Wheels	9	10	0	0	0
Engine	8	9	1	1	2
Structure	5	5	0	0	1
Unknown or other	5	5	0	1	0
Steering	4	4	0	0	0
Seat belts	3	3	0	0	0
Exterior lighting	2	2	0	0	0
Air	2	2	1	0	0
Latches/locks/linkages	2	2	0	0	0

4 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Sprinter 1500, Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500, Sprinter 4500.

Latest reports

Structure
“The door latch and or roller failed which prevents the door from closing properly. Since the door does not close all the way, there is the risk that it opens while driving.”
Filed 08/14/2026 · ODI 11757000
Electrical system
“Unshielded rear-center generator exhaust pipe positioned with approx 12 in clearance above the ground, ignited the exterior of vehicle when generator operated, causing total loss.”
Filed 10/07/2025 · ODI 11691967
Steering
“The power steering system lost it's fluid and pump is cavitating. It's available for inspection.”
Filed 06/16/2025 · ODI 11667211

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2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter have?

NHTSA lists 16 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. The most recent, 21V042000 (reported February 3, 2021), concerns electronic stability control (ESC). Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter recalls for?

The largest group is equipment, with 5 campaigns. Others: air bags (3), power train (2), seat belts (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?

Air bags is the most-reported component, named in 21 complaints out of 91 filed with NHTSA (23%). Across all complaints, owners reported 3 crashs and 3 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.

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Recall summary by component16

Safety recalls16

Electronic stability control (ESC): control module

Steering: hydraulic power assist hose, piping, and connections

Air bags: frontal driver side

Air bags: frontal passenger side

Equipment: other labels

Equipment