The 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has two recalls, the more serious affecting 3500 models where a rear suspension spring can fail and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The second recall applies to 2500 models equipped with bench-type rear seating, where the ISOFIX child seat anchor brackets may not hold a child restraint securely in a crash, raising the risk of injury to young passengers.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear suspension springs may be faulty and could break, potentially causing loss of control and a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rear suspension springs and replace them if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
Some Sprinter 2500 rear bench seats have child restraint ISOFIX brackets that weren't made correctly. If a child restraint isn't properly anchored, it may not protect the child during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will check the bench seats and replace them if the brackets are faulty.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
