CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (4 reports).
2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 problems
Problem areas named in the 14 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
Safety Concerns Regarding Eberspächer Diesel Heaters in My 2010 Sprinter This complaint outlines critical safety concerns identified with the two Eberspächer diesel heaters in my 2010 Sprinter van, originally installed / imported from Germany. 1. Potential Non-Compliance with Emission Standards: A recent inspection suggests that both heaters might not meet EPA/CARB emission regulations due to the absence of a required CARB sticker. While I've obtained and verified CARB compliance documentation directly from Eberspächer through a local MBUSA dealer, the lack of the sticker raises concerns. 2. Fume Intrusion into Driver Compartment: The current heater installation, positioned directly
HEAD LIGHT ASSEMBLIES ON MY 2010 C300 ARE FAULTY THEY ARE DULLING SEVERELY BAD AND THE LIGHT BULBS ARE BURNING AND MELTING ON THE ASSEMBLY CAUSING A BURNING SMELL THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD EVERYONE IS COMPLAINING FROM 2008-2010 THE BULBS ARE MELTING ONTO THE PLASTIC CAUSING THE HEADLIGHTS TO BLOW OUT AND THE CLIPS USED TO HOLD THE BULBS ON TRACK ARE POINTING DOWNWARDS SO THE LIGHTS ARE POINTING TOWARDS THE GROUND AND NOT IN ONGOING TRAFFIC THE CONSUMERS ARE PAYING TOO MUCH OUT OF POCKET MONEY ON MERCEDES FAULTY PARTS THIS ISN'T FAIR AT ALL WE ARE ALL HAVING CRISIS WITH THESE CARS AND DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO OTHER THEN PAY TO REPAIR MERCEDES MISTAKES. PLEASE HELP US PLEASE AND THE IGNITION SWIT
MY 2010 MERCEDES IS HAVING A SERIES OF ISSUES THAT IT SHOULD NOT BE HAVING AND THIS IS UNFAIR TO CONSUMERS, THERE SHOULD BE WAY MORE THEN 4 RECALLS LISTED ON THIS VEHICLE YEAR MAKE AND MODEL. I AM CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING A PROBLEM WITH MY CAR NOT STARTING FOR SOME ODD REASON AS MY KEY IS INSERTED INTO THE IGNITION MY CAR ISN'T TURNING ON AT ALL. THE STEERING COLUMN IS LOCKED AND THE DASH BOARD STATES THAT I NEED TO REMOVE MY KEY FROM THE IGNITION. MY CAR HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED AS ESL/EIS MALFUNCTION WHICH SEEMS LIKE A LOT OF PEOPLE WITH THIS YEAR MAKE AND MODEL IS HAVING THIS PROBLEM WITH THE 2010 MERCEDES C300. I LEFT MY HOUSE AND DROVE 40 MINS AWAY FROM HOME WHEN I LEFT OUT OF THE RESTAURANT AN
I HAVE A 2010 E350 WHILE DRIVING THE CAR IT THREW ITSELF INTO PARK , I WAS TRAVELING 5 MPH OR SO. IT DID IT A FEW TIMES ESPECIALLY WHEN COMING TO A STOP IN NEW YORK CITY , THIS IS DANGEROUS! THIS IS THE FIRST TIME TODAY IT'S HAPPENED AND IT HAPPENED ABOUT 4 TIMES TONIGHT , SCARY! , I CANNOT EXACTLY DUPLICATE WHEN OR WHY IT DOES IT. WHAT I HAVE DONE SO FAR... 1. I CHECK MY DOOR. MY DOOR IS NOT OPEN. THIS IS DANGEROUS
HELLO ALL, I AM CURRENTLY DRIVING WITH A DEFECTIVE AIRBAG. I HAVE BEEN CONTACTED BY THE DAIMLER VANS RECALL RESOLUTION TEAM. THEY INSTRUCTED ME TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO THE NEAREST SPRINTER REPAIR CENTER FOR THE BAG TO BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. I EXPLAINED THAT THE NEAREST SERVICE CENTER WAS ST LOUIS MO WHICH HAPPENS TO BE OVER 100 MILES AWAY FROM MY HOME. I ASKED IF THEY COULD SEND SOMEONE TO CHANGE IT AT MY LOCATION, SINCE THIS WOULD TAKE ME AWAY FROM WORK FOR A DAY TO DO THIS. THEY RESPONDED NO I WOULD NEED TO HAVE IT TOWED AT MY EXPENSE TO THERE LOCATION FOR SERVICING. MERCEDES & SPRINTER SHARE THE SAME HOOD ORNAMENT, BUT SPRINTER SERVICE IS REQUIRE AT SPECIFIC SERVICING LOCATIONS
2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 questions
Does the 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500: Passenger Airbag Inflator Can Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments; Driver airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments; Seat Belts; Structure; Equipment. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500?
Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (4), Fuel/Propulsion System (2), Steering (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 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.