repaired · 2022 Q3
Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
Risk. The sudden loss of power steering assist and hydraulic steering fluid leaking onto the roadway may increase the risk of a crash.
2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 23 owner complaints about the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500, most often about the steering. It is covered by 14 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-092 the manufacturer reports only 0% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 7, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 has problems
23 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Steering
3Vehicle speed control
3Air bags
2Electrical system
2Engine
1Seat belts
1Seats
1Service brakes
1Structure
88 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| 8 other systems | 8 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
14 recalls
2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Seats
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
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repaired · 2019 Q1
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Air bags
Risk. If additional air bags do not deploy as intended, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Fuel system, diesel
Risk. Without the protective plate and the foam ring installed, impacts may damage the tank resulting in a fuel leak that can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Driveline: driveshaft
Risk. A loose driveshaft may strike and puncture the gas tank, resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Body: roof and pillars
Risk. If the required crash pads are missing, it can increase the risk of injury to a front passenger seat occupant if they are unbelted.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Structure: body
Risk. If the windows separate from the vehicle in a crash, the occupants are at a greater risk of injury.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Other: labels
Risk. The vehicle may be overloaded if loaded to the incorrect weight shown on the label, possibly resulting in axle or tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Engine: diesel
Risk. Leaking oil may drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Body: door
Risk. If a vehicle that has an incorrectly installed abutting wedge is involved in a severe frontal accident, a greater force may be necessary to open the doors,…
repaired · 2016 Q2
Engine: diesel
Risk. Leaking oil may drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2015 vs. every other Sprinter 2500 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Sprinter 2500 median. How we score
'07'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 safety ratings
2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 VAN RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500, and the recalls they led to.
- Rear Wheel Speed Sensor FailureLed to recall 21V-042
In owners' words
What Sprinter 2500 owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Technician detected a leak on the power steering cable on my Sprinter [XXX] that a previous recall for the same model year as mine but the VIN is not currently associated with the recall. The defect is apparently the same, however, I am required to pay the maintenance to fix it for $657 How can I…
The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, he noticed fluid dripping from the vehicle. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, he noticed that the power steering hose was leaking. The vehicle was not…
I NOTICED A RECALL FOR THE MB SPRINTER 2500 - YEAR 2015-2020 WITH A LEAKING POWER STEERING CLAMP/HOSE.(20V-663) MY VAN IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL DESPITE BEING A 2015 MB SPRINTER 2500. I HAD THIS PART REPLACED ON MY VAN TWO WEEKS AGO. PLEASE DIG DEEPER INTO THE VANS AS THERE ARE OTHER VINS THAT…
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