Does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter have any recalls?

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has 3 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?

31 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.

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2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

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Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

Base Cutaway Van 4-Door
Base Standard Passenger Van 4-Door
Base Cutaway Van 2-Door
Base Standard Cargo Van 4-Door

Engines covered

2.1L 2148CC 131Cu. In. l4 DIESEL DOHC Turbocharged

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Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #17V48000028/07/2017Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2012 Freightliner and Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled into the pa

Consequence

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in seriou

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag, free of charge.

NHTSA #16V07700010/02/2016Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (Daimler Vans) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured July 1, 2006, to July 31, 2008, 2007-2014 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 a

Consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could

Remedy

Daimler Vans will notify the Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner owners and Fiat Chrysler will notify the

NHTSA #21V04200003/02/2021Component: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500 and Freightliner Sprinter 3500 vehicles upfitted into campers or recreational vehicles. The Electronic Stabili

Consequence

If ESC becomes disabled, vehicle driving stability may be impacted under certain driving conditions,

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-wheel speed sensor with a more robust se

No service bulletins No technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.

20230317Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500. The contact stated that on various occasions after coming to a stop at a traffic signal, the vehicle was stalling and shaking while depressing the

20220803Component: SERVICE BRAKES

Wheel speed sensor malfunction, partially addressed in NHTSA recall ID: 21V042 Why only rear speed sensors? As of Aug. 2, 2022, I am facing the replacement of both front speed sensors one of which w

20220803Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Wheel speed sensor malfunction, partially addressed in NHTSA recall ID: 21V042 Why only rear speed sensors? As of Aug. 2, 2022, I am facing the replacement of both front speed sensors one of which w

20210812Component: AIR BAGS

Had a service call to repair recall items. Technician forgot to install bolts holding the transmission which led to multiple light alerts. Could have been dangerous for driver.

20210812Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Had a service call to repair recall items. Technician forgot to install bolts holding the transmission which led to multiple light alerts. Could have been dangerous for driver.

20210209Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured1 fatalities

MY SON CHRISTOPHER JOHN LEE HOWARD WAS IS TRAGIC ACCIDENT IN DALLAS ON SEPT 11,2020 AND DIED AS A RESULT SEVERE INJURIES INTERNAL INJURIES THAT LEAD TO MAJOR BLEEDING OF THE STOMACH AND UPPER TORSO

20210209Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHERCrash reported1 injured1 fatalities

MY SON CHRISTOPHER JOHN LEE HOWARD WAS IS TRAGIC ACCIDENT IN DALLAS ON SEPT 11,2020 AND DIED AS A RESULT SEVERE INJURIES INTERNAL INJURIES THAT LEAD TO MAJOR BLEEDING OF THE STOMACH AND UPPER TORSO

20190511Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHERFire reported

FIRE - LOOKS LIKE STARTED IN FRIDGE AREA. COULDN'T PUT OUT AND FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS ONSITE WITHIN 5-6 MINUTES BUT TOTAL LOSS BY THIS TIME. *DT*JB*DT*JB

20130103Component: SEATS1 injured

MERCEDES UNITY CLASS B MOTORHOME. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PASSENGER SEAT MALFUNCTION AND LEG INJURY. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED HIS WIFE SUSTAINED A SERIOUS LEG CUT WHEN THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS

20210628Component: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V042000 (Electronic Stability Control) however, the part to do the recall repair was

Showing the 10 most serious of 31 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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