2021 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

11 safety recalls on file

The 2021 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).

11Recalls
1Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2021 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 recalls

Missing Frame Fasteners Can Reduce Stability and Crash Safety

Recall 23V875Dec 21, 20233,739 vehicles affected

Some 2019 Sprinter vans may be missing reinforcement fasteners on the longitudinal frame members.

Partition Wall Bolts May Be Missing, Risking Injury

Recall 23V876Dec 21, 2023387 vehicles affected

Some Sprinter vans may be missing bolts that secure the partition wall.

Windows and cargo rails may detach in a crash

Recall 23V806Dec 1, 2023131 vehicles affected

This recall covers certain 2021 Sprinter vans, which may have a topcoat paint formula that prevents the windows and interior cargo lashing rails from bonding properly to the vehicle body.

Instrument Panel May Go Blank, Hiding Speed and Warnings

Recall 23V204Mar 24, 20236,857 vehicles affected

The instrument cluster in certain Sprinter vans may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started.

Parking Pawl May Fail, Allowing Vehicle Rollaway

Recall 22V796Oct 21, 2022124,305 vehicles affected

The parking pawl inside the automatic transmission has a guide bushing that can wear out over time.

Emergency call system may fail to connect in crash

Recall 22V360May 20, 202219,937 vehicles affected

Certain 2019 Freightliner Sprinter, Mercedes-Benz Metris, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles have a software error in the communication module's SIM card.

Rearview Camera May Not Display Image, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 22V281Apr 27, 202212,086 vehicles affected

The rearview camera display in certain Sprinter vans may not show the rear view because of a software error.

Brake hose may rub on fender liner and leak fluid

Recall 21V933Dec 1, 202198 vehicles affected

The front axle fender liner on certain 2021 Sprinter vans can sit too close to the brake hose.

Seat Belts May Fail to Secure Child Seats in a Crash

Recall 21V513Jul 7, 20211,514 vehicles affected

Certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter, Metris, and Sprinter vans have seat belt automatic locking retractors that may deactivate early.

Seat Wiring Can Be Damaged, Affecting Side Airbag Deployment

Recall 21V410Jun 2, 20214,078 vehicles affected

Wiring harnesses for the front swivel seats may have been routed incorrectly.

Rearview camera may show a black screen, raising crash risk

Recall 21V411Jun 2, 202133,437 vehicles affected

Certain 2019 Sprinter vans sold under the Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner names have multimedia system software that can leave the display black or cause it to reboot after startup.

Most common 2021 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2022-10-02, Unknown Or Other
The ‘care free’ awning has erratic operation issues.

2021 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 questions

Does the 2021 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2021 Freightliner Sprinter 3500: Missing Frame Fasteners Can Reduce Stability and Crash Safety; Partition Wall Bolts May Be Missing, Risking Injury; Windows and cargo rails may detach in a crash; Instrument Panel May Go Blank, Hiding Speed and Warnings; Parking Pawl May Fail, Allowing Vehicle Rollaway. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Freightliner Sprinter 3500?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.

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