2026 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
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November 6, 2026
The bulk complaint records for the 2026 Sprinter are being verified. Complaint counts and the component chart are withheld while the download contains fewer records than a valid live count, or the download is unavailable. You can search the complaints directly at NHTSA.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
2026 Sprinter Recall Records
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NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year. This is not a clean bill of health or a VIN check.
Check Your VIN at NHTSA2026 Sprinter Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LI49_20-N-080011_2_en | Oct 31, 2026 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | Check engine light with fault code P300E5F and/or P300E5E in MRD1 (CDI) Complaint The check engine light is on, with a possible reduction in power. No soot is present in the exh… | 11039075 |
| LI49_20-N-078466_5_en | Oct 30, 2026 | ENGINE | Check engine light with fault code P3005CA in MRD1 (CDI) Complaint The check engine light is on, with a possible reduction in power and the presence of soot in the exhaust syste… | 11039074 |
| LI35_30-N-081063_1_en | Oct 30, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | Sprinter 907 ‑ Oil leak in area of wheel hub / rear axle shaft Complaint Oil leak in the area of the wheel hub Cause Insufficient sealing with previous axle shaft with single… | 11039072 |
| LI09_40-N-079144_10_en | Oct 29, 2026 | ENGINE | Check engine light with reduced power with fault codes P300A6D, P300974, P300DFB, or P300DE8 Complaint The check engine light is activated, accompanied by one or more of the fol… | 11039067 |
| LI14_20-N-073867_16_en | Oct 28, 2026 | ENGINE | EGR Valve Diagnosis & Cleaning (and EGR Cooler Cleaning) – OM642, Sprinter 906/907 Complaint Complaint A: The engine is jolting/bucking between 1700 and 1900 rpm. Complaint B:… | 11039070 |
| LI80_20-N-079697_2_en | Oct 22, 2026 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Acoustic Warning or message occurring when a closed sliding door is not recognized Complaint Customer may state the warning message or indicator accompanied by acoustic tone ale… | 11039078 |
| LI83_30-N-081008_1_en | Oct 13, 2026 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Roof‑mounted air conditioning system HK4 does not cool/cools poorly Complaint Roof‑mounted air conditioning system HK4 does not cool/cools poorly. Fault code in HVAC177: B10… | 11039079 |
| LI54_71-N-080985_1_en | Oct 13, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | Brakes may lock up when reversing at slow speeds, 907 vehicles with modification year (XJ4) Complaint When reversing slowly, the vehicle erroneously triggers an emergency brakin… | 11039077 |
| LI54_10-N-070407_2_en | Oct 9, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint Customer or dealer wishes to store a 907 Sprinter for an extended period (longer than 20 days) Cause With the enhanced electrical system of the 907 Sprinter, it is nec… | 11039076 |
| LI27_20-N-080998_1_en | Oct 3, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | Sprinter 907 with 725.0 (NAG3 Classic) Transmission ‑ Shudder during acceleration Complaint Shudder may be felt in the following situations: • accelerating from stop or up h… | 11039071 |
| LI54_71_N_080985_1 | Sep 29, 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES | Brakes may lock up when reversing at slow speeds Complaint When reversing slowly, the vehicle erroneously triggers an emergency braking event, causing the brakes to lock up. Eng… | 11038169 |
| LI47_00-N-069565_6_en | Sep 26, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Fuel Level Unchanged After Refueling Complaint The customer reports that the fuel gauge shows inaccurate readings or remains unchanged after refueling. Cause The fuel level disp… | 11038718 |
| LI82_85_N_080972_1 | Sep 19, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Unavailability of MB Apps Complaint A popup is seen on the HU with the message "data connection temporarily not available". Cause MB Apps is officially sundowned for all vehicle… | 11038170 |
| LI20_10-N-080868_2_en | Sep 2, 2026 | ENGINE | Coolant warning light (MIL) lights up on the display Complaint The coolant warning lamp may be displayed in the instrument cluster. The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may also… | 11038717 |
| LI28_00-N-079097_1_en | Aug 26, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | Complaint While driving through muddy / sandy/ off road terrain "4Matic Currently Unavailable" message on the dash Cause This vehicle is not equipped with a fixed force distribu… | 11036855 |
| LI20_10-N-080868_1_en | Aug 6, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | Complaint The coolant warning lamp may be displayed in the instrument cluster. The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may also be illuminated. Cause Moisture or corrosion may be p… | 11036850 |
| LI18_40-N-080867_1_en | Aug 5, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | OM654 Engine Oil Consumption Complaint The customer may report repeated low engine oil level warnings in the instrument cluster. The customer may also state that engine oil must… | 11036851 |
| LI07_02-N-079573_2_en | Aug 5, 2026 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | Oil Leak at Crankcase Near the High-pressure Fuel Pump OM654 Complaint Visible oil leak at the crankcase near the mounting area of the high‑pressure fuel pump on OM654 engines… | 11036846 |
| LI09_41-N-079165_2_en | Aug 3, 2026 | ENGINE | Complaint Low Coolant warning with possible engine misfire caused by a leaking Charge Air Cooler (Intercooler), accompanied by one or more of the following possible fault codes… | 11036853 |
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