Is the 2022 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 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500

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2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:07:57.688Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 41
Recalls: 7
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2022: 41 complaints

View as data table

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

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

27% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.

INJURY

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My message belongs to all vehicle manufacturers. Especially the business/commercial vehicles like mine . Which we spent most of our time inside it, during the work periods'.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-14

Also filed under Exterior lighting and visibility/wiper

Replaced secondary alternator 3 times. I am using a DC-DC charger from chassis battery now.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-05

Frequently, when I started the car, the instrument cluster's monochrome display will stay blank/black or display completely corrupted garbage - unreadable bit and pieces.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-14

Forward collision avoidance

27% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing adaptive cruise control and warnings.

CRASHINJURY

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Front crash with no airbag deployment and no emergency braking. Currently at The Metal Shop in Warm Springs Va. Told by insurance it is totaled. Sustained mild concussion from head trauma. Head hit steering wheel.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-21

Also filed under Air bags

I drove on the freeway with Cruise Control engaged. Suddenly, the control kicked off, and the meter board displayed the following warnings: "Active Brake Assist Functions Limited.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-07-16

Also filed under Service brakes

Engine

20% · 8 reports

Vehicle speed control

12% · 5 reports

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The distronic cruise control system cuts out after a period of seeing no vehicles in front, sometimes an hour, sometimes two hours. But when this happens, it then begins disabling other safety systems like emergency braking.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-06-09

Lane departure

10% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing assist.

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2023-02-10Power train22V796000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with a manual parking brake and 7-speed automatic transmission.

Remedy: Dealers will update the software of the electronic stability, transmission control, direct select module, and electronic ignition switch control units, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2023.

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2023-03-17Air bags, electrical system23V101000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles equipped with electrically adjustable front swivel-seats.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reattach the wiring harnesses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is 5491810.

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2023-05-05Electrical system23V204000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The instrument cluster may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started.

Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software on the affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

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2023-11-01Fuel system, gasoline23V444000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Sprinter and 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is 4790205.

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2024-01-31Structure23V876000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The partition wall may be missing bolts, allowing the wall to detach during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and secure the partition wall as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 16, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

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2024-11-04Structure23V806000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The topcoat paint formula may cause the windows and interior lashing rails to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the paint adhesion and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Depending on the extent of any damage, DVUSA may offer to repurchase the vehicle.

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2025-01-31Electrical system24V930000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The instrument cluster illumination may not be adjustable and appear too bright in certain lighting conditions.

Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 31, 2025. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BELKOM.

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Buy-smart checklist

2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 11 reports on file for this year.
Forward collision avoidance: 11 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 22V796000 · Power train
Recall 23V101000 · Air bags, electrical system
Recall 23V204000 · Electrical system
Recall 23V444000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 23V876000 · Structure
Recall 23V806000 · Structure
Recall 24V930000 · Electrical system

FAQ

Is the 2022 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 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 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.