CarRecallWatchThe 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (6 reports).
2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 recalls
Weak Frame Under Third-Row Seats May Fail in a Crash
The right longitudinal frame member in certain vehicles may not be reinforced properly.
Rear Axle Can Shift Out of Position, Risking Crash
Certain rear leaf spring U-bolts may have reduced strength because of an improper heat-treatment process.
Loose 12-Volt Ground Can Overheat, Cause Power Loss
A 12-volt ground connection on certain 2023 Sprinter vans may not be secured properly.
Wiring May Chafe, Risking Power Loss and Fire
On certain 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans, the main wiring harness may rub against the drive shaft.
Partition Wall Bolts May Be Missing, Risking Injury
Some Sprinter vans may be missing bolts that secure the partition wall.
Front Strut Bolt May Loosen, Risking Loss of Steering
A front left suspension strut bolt on certain 2023 Sprinter vans may not be secured properly.
Windows and cargo rails may detach in a crash
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.
Most common 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 problems
Problem areas named in the 19 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 6 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
The High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and corresponding fuel delivery pressure regulator/sensors have suffered an internal mechanical failure. The system intermittently fails to maintain commanded rail pressure, leading to critical engine cylinder misfires (P0302, P0304) and severe long-term fuel adaptation breaches (P00C600, P008992, P017184, P218862). This defect is physically causing raw gasoline to leak into the combustion chambers, oil crankcase, and exhaust tract. The vehicle and all compromised components are fully intact and available for immediate inspection upon request. My life and the safety of surrounding motorists were put at risk during a severe incident on the highway. While dri
The ECM harness was wired too close to a sharp metal piece within the engine bay, the clip MBZ uses to secure it was insufficient to hold it back, the thick wiring harness got caught on the metal piece and overtime got cut deeply causing a short with thermal issues spreading to other components, the wiring harness melted together and caused so much heat in the engine bay that other components touching the thick wiring also have visible melt spots, if it wasn't caught because we got a shock from a metall component of the car and therefore realized there must be a short it could've potentially posed a fire risk.
On January 19, 2026, my neighbors / daughter noticed smoke was coming from under the van that had been parked for over 3 hours. Shortly after, he confirmed the van had caught fire. I asked him to call the fire department.
In August 2025, I had taken the van for a drive to charge things up, got home, put it in park and parked it in my driveway, which has a mild slope. ~ 30 seconds - 1 minute after me leaving the vehicle, it rolled backward out of the driveway, across a busy street and 1/4 into my neighbors yard. I was mortified, there is usually a lot of people walking their dogs, kids etc...and cars going by. The vehicle was stopped by the curb vs the 2nd back tire (Thie first one cleared the curb and was in my neighbors lawn. It ALMOST hit a BIG tree. I pulled it back into the driveway & checked it again, worried I may have somehow not put it in park, but it did it over and over again. Shortly after I put it
2023 Sprinter van jack was pulled out for the first time to be used last week and found to be unsafe. The jack base is crowned in center, the edges flare upwards and large gouge/groove in metal base, causing the jack to noticeably wobble and rock in manner that it is unsafe to use, fear of jack tilting and dropping van onto user of jack. Jack base has obvious defects and unsafe to use. Have contacted dealer and referred to MBUSA who provided a case # and no resolution to provide a safe jack to replace the defective jack.
2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 questions
Does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500: Weak Frame Under Third-Row Seats May Fail in a Crash; Rear Axle Can Shift Out of Position, Risking Crash; Loose 12-Volt Ground Can Overheat, Cause Power Loss; Wiring May Chafe, Risking Power Loss and Fire; Partition Wall Bolts May Be Missing, Risking Injury. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500?
Based on 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (6), Power Train (6), Fuel/Propulsion System (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 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.