CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).
2003 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 recalls
Brake warning light may not show low brake fluid
The instrument cluster on these vans may fail to light the BRAKE warning lamp during the startup bulb check.
Most common 2003 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2003 Freightliner Sprinter 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V418000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT AN UNKNOWN FUSE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED THE NEXT DAY. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE FUSE BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE SAME FUSE HAD FAILED. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE FUSE, HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE NEEDED TO BE RE
2003 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 questions
Does the 2003 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2003 Freightliner Sprinter 3500: Brake warning light may not show low brake fluid; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System; Steering:Column. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Freightliner Sprinter 3500?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.