The 2009 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, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
Both frontal airbag inflators are affected: the driver-side and passenger-side modules can each fail during deployment, with the inflator housing breaking apart rather than directing the airbag cushion normally. Occupants in the path of those fragments face the same risk whether the fault is on the driver or passenger side. There is also a seatbelt concern specific to vehicles equipped with the optional three-seat bench in the passenger compartment: in a crash, the belts on that bench may not restrain occupants as designed, leaving passengers inadequately secured at the moment of impact. On the engine side, a spring plate that holds the oil filler neck in place can crack, allowing engine oil to leak into the engine compartment. That oil can attract dirt buildup and, if it contacts hot surfaces, raises the risk of an underhood fire.
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 spring plate that holds the oil filler neck to the cylinder-head cover may crack, potentially causing oil leaks.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the oil filler neck at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
