The 2007 Dodge Sprinter 3500 has 4 recalls, the most serious involving both the driver and passenger frontal airbag inflators, which can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, potentially causing serious injury or death.
The airbag inflator issue affects both sides of the front seat. When either inflator ruptures during deployment, the casing can break apart and scatter metal fragments toward occupants rather than the airbag cushioning them. This is a known pattern across multiple Sprinter model years and represents the most urgent concern on this vehicle.
On the engine side, the crankshaft sensor on 3500s equipped with the 3.0L diesel can fail without warning and cut engine power entirely. A sudden stall at highway speed or in traffic leaves the driver with no throttle response and reduced brake assist, raising the risk of a collision depending on conditions at the time.
The fourth recall involves the brake fluid reservoir. Certain 3500s were assembled with the smaller reservoir intended for the lighter 2500 model. The undersized reservoir does not meet the 3500's certified specifications, which means it may not hold the volume of brake fluid the heavier vehicle's braking system requires, potentially affecting braking performance over time or after fluid is lost.
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
Some vehicles were assembled with a brake fluid reservoir designed for the 2500 model instead of the correct 3500 model reservoir, creating a mismatch with certification requirements.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir with the correct component for your vehicle model.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The crankshaft sensor on some vehicles with a 3.0L diesel engine may fail, causing the engine to stall and lose power.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
