2004 Dodge Sprinter
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
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Tires
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
28% of complaints
Complaints per year
2004: 39 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 39 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 47 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Tires
28% · 11 reportsMost commonly citing valve and pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
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Four P225/75R15XL scorpion str tires purchased & installed 8-5-10 at evans tire &service center 1530 garnet ave. San diego ca 92109 onto 2004 Dodge Sprinter 2500, mileage 28274. On 2-28-2015 mileage approx.43125MI.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-03-02
Valve stem failed on right rear tire. Tire deflated rapidly while parked. 6100 miles on vehicle. Dodge Sprinter 2500, 158 wheelbase airstream conversion rv.*ak…
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-20
Engine and engine cooling
21% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing engine and diesel.
Power train
10% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission.
Electrical system
10% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing front underhood and 12v/24v/48v battery.
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Driver noticed smoke coming from underneath the vehicle while parked. Driver took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the problem could not duplicated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-03-08
Structure
8% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing body.
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The sliding door which is the only egress for passengers in the back of the van will not open. I have had it fixed 4 times and it continuously fails. I have talked to other Sprinter owners and they have the same problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-13
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2004-09-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-02-02 Tire valve failure
Buy-smart checklist
2004 Dodge Sprinter — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 2004 Dodge Sprinter?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Dodge Sprinter have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.