2008 Dodge Sprinter 3500
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 39
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2008
Opened by NHTSA
85% of complaints
Complaints per year
2008: 39 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 0 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 39 |
| 2009 | 3 |
| 2012 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
85% · 33 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Dodge was not able to replace the passenger airbag. No dealers could replace it. I had the passenger airbag replaced by a Mercedes Sprinter dealership and was reimbursed by Dodge. The problem is they can not remove the recall from NHTSA.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-17
Takata recall, I took the vehicle to goss Dodge in s. Burlington for the NHTSA#15V-354 #R49 passenger airbag module recall and the NHTSA #16V-077 #S14 driver airbag module.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-06
Takata recall. Received recall notice but Dodge dealers will not repair. They either are unauthorized or the vehicle is to big for them. Also contacted the fca recall assistance center.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-21
Wheels
5% · 2 reportsPower train
5% · 2 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Dodge Sprinter 3500. The contact stated that the vehicle did not shift out of park.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-12
Electrical system
5% · 2 reportsShow complaint excerpts
We've had multiple issues with starting the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-03
2010 fleetwood "Icon" (2008 Sprinter chassis) 33,612 miles VIN [xxx] the Dodge Sprinter rv I purchased (Used, 16,500 miles) in February of this year (2013) from a private rv dealer in Oregon has a serious (Intermittent) electrical problem...
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-09-22
Also filed under Engine and vehicle speed control
Service brakes
5% · 2 reportsMost commonly citing air.
Safety timeline
6 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2008-06-30Service brakes, hydraulic08V110000 Sprinter is recalling 34 my 2007-2008 Dodge and freightliner Sprinter 3500 cargo vans. Some of these vans may not have had the correct brake components installed.
Remedy: Dealers will install the appropriate master brake cylinders and brake fluid reservoirs. The recall began on June 30, 2008. Owners may contact sprinter at 1-800-992-1997.
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2008-10-06Power train08V352000 Sprinter is recalling 79 my 2008 Dodge and freightliner 3500 trucks. Some of the left drive shafts on the rear axle which were labeled with the charge indicator "S," May contain cracks at the…
Remedy: Dealers will check the left rear drive shaft for charge indicator "S" And replace it free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2008. Owners may contact sprinter at 1-843-695-5000.
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2011-07-15Seat belts11V210000 Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 2500 and 3500 sprinter vehicles equipped with an optional three-seat bench in the passenger compartment. The seat benches in the second…
Remedy: Mercedes-Benz will inspect and replace any seat belt assemblies that do not meet the requirements free of charge. The safety recall began on July 15, 2011. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at…
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2015-01-13Equipment adaptive/mobility14V706000 Cummings Mobility Conversion & Supply (Cummings) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, Chevrolet Express, 2006-2008 Dodge Sprinter, and 2009-2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2013 Ford Transit Connect vehicles...
Remedy: Cummings will notify owners to take buses to a Ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge.
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2017-03-31Air bags16V077000 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 and 3500 vehicles manufactured July 1, 2006, to...
Remedy: Daimler Vans will notify the Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner owners and Fiat Chrysler will notify the Dodge owners. The respective dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2017.
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2017-09-29Air bags17V478000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2007-2009 Freightliner and Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Dodge Sprinter 3500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 33 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 08V110000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 08V352000 · Power train
- Recall 11V210000 · Seat belts
- Recall 14V706000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Recall 16V077000 · Air bags
- Recall 17V478000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Dodge Sprinter 3500 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Dodge Sprinter 3500?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 85% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Dodge Sprinter 3500 have?
- 6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.