2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500
Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2015 | 16 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 18 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
7 of 18 total reports mention: air bags.
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TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ U62/MB-M2CV144 (NA). THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V077000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171130
TAKATA RECALL NO PARTS AVAILABLE, AND NO IDEA WHEN AIRBAG WILL BE AVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171108
"TAKATA RECALL" IN APRIL OF 2016 WE WERE NOTIFIED BY OUR DEALER OF THE AIR BAG SAFETY RECALL FOR OUR DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR. PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE, BUT WE WOULD BE NOTIFIED WHEN REPLACEMENT PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171107
5 of 18 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
5 of 18 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).
2 of 18 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
2 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (5 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2013 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 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.