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2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500

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2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:15:36.230Z

Only 13 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
13

Too few to rank

Recalls
7

Campaigns on file for 2017

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2007: 1 complaint 2007 2009: 1 complaint 2010: 14 complaints 2011: 14 complaints 2011 2012: 6 complaints 2013: 13 complaints 2014: 16 complaints 2014 2015: 9 complaints 2016: 28 complaints 2017: 13 complaints 2017 13 2018: 14 complaints 2019: 68 complaints 2020: 80 complaints 2020 2021: 45 complaints 2022: 41 complaints 2023: 19 complaints 2023 2024: 12 complaints 2025: 4 complaints
2007: 1 complaint 2007 2009: 1 complaint 2010: 14 complaints 2010 2011: 14 complaints 2012: 6 complaints 2012 2013: 13 complaints 2014: 16 complaints 2014 2015: 9 complaints 2016: 28 complaints 2017: 13 complaints 2017 13 2018: 14 complaints 2019: 68 complaints 2020: 80 complaints 2020 2021: 45 complaints 2022: 41 complaints 2022 2023: 19 complaints 2024: 12 complaints 2024 2025: 4 complaints
2007: 1 complaint 2007 2009: 1 complaint 2009 2010: 14 complaints 2010 2011: 14 complaints 2011 2012: 6 complaints 2012 2013: 13 complaints 2013 2014: 16 complaints 2014 2015: 9 complaints 2015 2016: 28 complaints 2016 2017: 13 complaints 2017 13 2018: 14 complaints 2018 2019: 68 complaints 2019 2020: 80 complaints 2020 2021: 45 complaints 2021 2022: 41 complaints 2022 2023: 19 complaints 2023 2024: 12 complaints 2024 2025: 4 complaints 2025

2017: 13 complaints

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YearComplaints
20071
20091
201014
201114
20126
201313
201416
20159
201628
201713
201814
201968
202080
202145
202241
202319
202412
20254

Known problem areas

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

4 of 13 total reports mention: steering.

Show complaint excerpts

The crosswind assist is not working. Because of the high profile on this van, it becomes very dangerous in windy conditions. We almost got blown out of the freeway because of this feature not working on our 2017 van.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-29

While driving slowly (10MPH), roughly straight, on a gravel road, the power steering suddenly failed. I was able to steer, but steering effort was very high.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-12

Electrical system

3 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.

Tires

1 of 13 total reports mentions: tires.

Structure

1 of 13 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500. While driving various speeds, a rattling noise was heard inside the cargo area. Also, during extreme heat, the passenger side would warp.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-14

Power train

1 of 13 total reports mentions: power train.

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    2017-12-11Equipment17V786000 Midwest Automotive Designs, LLC (Midwest) is recalling certain Custom Vans and Camper Van recreational vehicles built on 2014-2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter chassis and 2016-2017 RAM Promaster chassis.

    Remedy: Midwest will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fire extinguisher with a different brand, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2017.

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    2018-01-19Tires17V742000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans. The spare tire holder under the vehicle may not be properly secured.

    Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will lift the spare tire holder completely and tighten the securing screws as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.

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    2018-04-03Equipment18V113000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and Sprinter 3500 vehicles, equipped with folding seats (sales code S20). The unloaded vehicle weight (UVW) label on these incomplete vehicles may be incorrect.

    Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the UVW label and inspect the vehicle to make sure that it is not overloaded, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

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    2018-07-02Structure18V288000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles.

    Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and add any missing spot welds, free of charge. The recall began on July 2, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

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    2019-03-15Air bags19V004000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles.

    Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

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    2019-03-15Air bags19V003000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles.

    Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall is began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

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    2020-09-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 2021-03-30 Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Failure
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    2020-12-23Steering20V663000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles.

    Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the return line connections of the power steering system, correcting it as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. 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

2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 17V786000 · Equipment
  • Recall 17V742000 · Tires
  • Recall 18V113000 · Equipment
  • Recall 18V288000 · Structure
  • Recall 19V004000 · Air bags
  • Recall 19V003000 · Air bags
  • Recall 20V663000 · Steering
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FAQ

Is the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 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 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.