CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (1 report).
2018 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 recalls
Power Steering Hose May Detach, Causing Sudden Steering Loss
Certain Sprinter vans have power steering return line hoses that can detach at their connection points under some operating conditions.
Spare tire label may show wrong speed limit
The spare tire label on certain 2018-2019 Sprinter vans may list the maximum speed only in kilometers per hour (55 kph) instead of miles per hour (34 mph).
Missing Spare Tire Speed Label Could Lead to Tire Failure
On certain 2018 Sprinter vans sold under the Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner names, the label showing the spare tire's maximum speed may not have been attached to the spare tire.
Airbags May Not Be Active, Raising Crash Injury Risk
Certain 2018 Sprinter vans may have an airbag restraint control module that was not activated after the vehicle left the factory.
Hood Can Pop Open While Driving, Blocking View
The screw connection on the upper hood catch may not have been tightened properly at the factory.
Rear side windows may not hold up in a crash
Some Sprinter vans from 2018 may have single-pane safety glass in the rear side windows instead of laminated safety glass.
Right Side Doors May Not Open, Raising Crash Injury Risk
Certain 2018 Freightliner and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles may have been built with incorrect right side door latch components.
Most common 2018 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 |
What owners report
Multiple Episodes of vigorous Sudden Application of Active Brake Assist, sometimes with a sudden dip, occasionally without a noticeable inciting issue. Often Occurs at Hiway speeds, on a narrow bridge with car slowing to 5 mph. At low speeds break assist may turn off and able to resume driving, sometimes requires restart of engine to clear brake assist. Drivers following behind are not happy when this unexpectedly happens, very unsafe. Atteeempts to deal with it through dealer have been unsuccessful or dis,issued.
WHEN WE BOUGHT THE VAN NEW FROM THE DEALER, I ASKED THE DEALER ABOUT THE KNOWN POWER STEERING HOSE ISSUE. THE ISSUE IS THAT ONE OF THE POWER STEERING FLUID HOSES IS TOO SHORT & IT WORKS ITS WAY OUT OF POSITION UNTIL IT POPS OFF & FLUID SPRAYS OUT, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. I KNEW ABOUT IT BECAUSE THERE ARE MANY REPORTS ON THE INTERNET OF THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM. THE DEALER DENIED ANY KNOWLEDGE OF THIS ISSUE. I WENT BACK FOR SERVICE A YEAR LATER & SHOWED THEM THE HOSE SLIPPING OFF, THEY DID NOT CARE & DID NOTHING ABOUT IT. DESPITE ME DILIGENTLY CHECKING & REPOSITIONING THE HOSE WHENEVER IT STARTED TO SLIP OUT OF PLACE, WHICH WAS VERY FREQUENTLY, IT FINALLY POPPED OFF ON US WHILE
2018 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 questions
Does the 2018 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2018 Freightliner Sprinter 2500: Power Steering Hose May Detach, Causing Sudden Steering Loss; Spare tire label may show wrong speed limit; Missing Spare Tire Speed Label Could Lead to Tire Failure; Airbags May Not Be Active, Raising Crash Injury Risk; Hood Can Pop Open While Driving, Blocking View. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Freightliner Sprinter 2500?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1), Service Brakes (1), Forward Collision Avoidance (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 has been fixed?
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