CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (1 report).
2010 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 recalls
Passenger Airbag Inflator Can Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments
Certain 2010-2011 Sprinter vans sold under the Freightliner and Mercedes-Benz names have passenger-side frontal airbag inflators that can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Driver airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these Sprinter vans can build up excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Most common 2010 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE AND FUEL PRESSURE LOW WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO EXCEL TRUCK GROUP OF COLUMBIA (2790 SHOP RD, COLUMBIA, SC 29209) AND WAS REPAIRED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DISCLOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 13,402. *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE SENSOR WAS BAD AND HAD IT REPLACED AT THE TUNE OF $1455.41. THE CONSUMER WANTS TO BE REIMBURSED FOR THE REPAIRS. *TR
THE HANDLING OF THIS VEHICLE IS VERY UNSTABLE AT 50 MILES HOUR OR LESS. WIND COULD BE SOME OF THE PROBLEMS. OTHER VEHICLES DID NOT APPEAR TO HAVE THIS PROBLEM, AS THEY WOULD PASS US AND NOT TO HAPPY THAT WE COULDN'T DRIVE FASTER.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE SRS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED AND WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 800 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 1,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
2010 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 questions
Does the 2010 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2010 Freightliner Sprinter 3500: Passenger Airbag Inflator Can Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments; Driver airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments; Seat Belts; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Freightliner Sprinter 3500?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (1), Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (1), Fuel/Propulsion System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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.