2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2010
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2010: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 4 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2014 | 54 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 62 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
2 of 4 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
Loss of power will not go more than 15-20 MPH vehicle in motion engine light came on and loss of excelleration on highway
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-30
Vehicle has less than 19000 miles.. Manifold actuator motor went out.. ($1700.00). Mercedes mechanic says this actuator breaks "Frequently".
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-28
Service brakes
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing air.
Air bags
1 of 4 total reports mentions: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 (F3cc170). The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V379000 (Air bags) and 16V077000 (Air bags). The dealer refused to perform the recall repairs due to the vehicle type.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-21
Safety timeline
6 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2010-10-04Fuel system, gasoline10V294000 Sprinter is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 vehicles manufactured from November 2009 through March 2010 and sold under the Mercedes-Benz, freightliner, and Dodge brand name. The spring…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the oil filler neck free of charge. Mercedes-Benz USA is handling the Mercedes-Benz and freightliner sprinter owner notification and remedy for this campaign, and Chrysler is…
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2011-03-14Structure10V655000 Mercedes benz is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2010 2500 and 3500 sprinter vehicles. The correct interior trim covering the a-pillars may not have been installed. If incorrect trim was…
Remedy: Mercedes-Benz will check to see if the correct trim cover was installed and, if not, replace that trim cover with the correct one. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall…
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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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2018-01-12Air bags17V479000 Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Freightliner and Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag, free of charge. The began on January 12, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Note: This recall partially supersedes recall 16V-379.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Air bags: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V294000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 10V655000 · Structure
- Recall 11V210000 · Seat belts
- Recall 14V706000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Recall 16V077000 · Air bags
- Recall 17V479000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2010 Mercedes-Benz 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 have?
- 6 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.