The 2008 Dodge Sprinter 2500 has 4 recalls, the most serious being defective airbag inflators on both the driver and passenger sides that can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, causing serious injury or death.
The airbag inflator issue affects both frontal positions: the driver-side module and the passenger-side module each carry the same risk of rupture during deployment, meaning either the driver or a front passenger can be struck by metal debris in a crash where the airbags fire. These inflator concerns have been the subject of broad recalls across the Sprinter lineup and represent the highest-priority issue on this vehicle.
On the mechanical side, the rear leaf springs can fail earlier than expected, potentially breaking while the vehicle is in use. A broken rear leaf spring can affect how the rear axle is controlled and may cause handling problems serious enough to contribute to a crash. There is also a seatbelt concern, but only on vehicles equipped with the optional three-seat bench in the passenger compartment. In a crash, the seatbelts at those bench positions may not restrain occupants properly, leaving rear passengers exposed to a higher risk of injury.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may rupture during a crash because the propellant degrades after prolonged exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger side front air bag at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The driver's front air bag inflator may build up excessive pressure and rupture when the air bag deploys.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the driver's front air bag inflator at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The safety belts in the second-row bench seat may not lock properly or withstand minimum force requirements, failing to meet federal safety standards.
What the fix does
Mercedes-Benz will inspect and replace non-compliant seat belt assemblies at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear leaf springs may break sooner than expected because of a manufacturing error, which could cause a loss of vehicle control and crash.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace both rear leaf springs.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
