CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Sprinter 2500 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (1 report).
2005 Sprinter 2500 recalls
Most common 2005 Sprinter 2500 problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SPRINTER 2500 EQUIPPED WITH MICHELIN LTX M/S TIRES, SIZE: LT225/75/R16. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65-70 MPH, THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS CAUSED BY TREAD SEPARATION. THE TIRES WERE REPLACEMENT TIRES. THE TIRES WERE INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13T012000 (TIRES). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN AND DOT NUMBER WERE UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,000 AND THE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 106,000.
DT: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN SEMI TRUCKS DRIVE PAST VAN IT WIGGLES" BECAUSE OF THE FORCE OF THE AIR. THIS INTERFERES WITH THE HANDLING OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE DEALERSHIP WAS CONTACTED, AND THEY ASKED THE CONTACT TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING, BUT HE DECLINED. *AK
MY VEHICLE (SPRINTER VAN) ROLLED AWAY - DOWN THE HILL, WHILE IN 'PARK' POSITION. *JB
2005 Sprinter 2500 questions
Does the 2005 Sprinter 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2005 Sprinter 2500: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Tires:Valve. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Sprinter 2500?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1), Suspension (1), Tires (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 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.