Model year

2008 Sprinter 3500

Van, diesel, 4x2, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Aug 12, 2010 to May 15, 2018.

Recall campaigns covering this model year1465 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints6Close to the median 2008 van
Severity index0.02008 vans average 6.6
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2008 Sprinter 3500 peaked in 2010, with 2 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.511.522010220122014201620182020202220242026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

67% of complaints about the 2008 Sprinter 3500 name tires

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Tires
4
Structure
2
Adaptive equipment
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

One recall campaign covers the 2008 Sprinter 3500

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2008 Sprinter 3500
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
08V-387Aug 6, 2008These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles." the…Adaptive equipment465Not stated
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2008 Sprinter 3500

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

6 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed May 15, 2018Failure May 1, 2015Lake City, MITires

    TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 35000 SPRINTER VAN EQUIPPED WITH KUMHO ROAD VENTURE A/T TIRES SIZED LT215/85R16 (N/A), DOT H20PYD4A. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRES HAD BLOWN ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS AND A THIRD TIRE HAD EXPERIENCED BUBBLING AND SEPARATION OF THE INNER SIDE WALL. THE MANUFACTURER AND LOCAL DEALER DISCOUNT TIRES IN TRAVERSE CITY, MI WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES.

    NHTSA complaint 11093983
  2. Filed Feb 7, 2012Failure Jan 20, 2010North Hollywood, CAStructure

    THE DODGE SPRINTER AMBULANCE, ROAD RESCUE CONVERSION, THE CABINET/SHELF FELL OFF OF THE WALL BARELY MISSING THE PARAMEDIC ONBOARD. *TR

    NHTSA complaint 10446957
  3. Filed Feb 7, 2012Failure Feb 6, 2012North Hollywood, CAEquipment adaptive/mobility, Body, Unknown or other

    THE ROAD RESCUE SPRINTER AMBULANCE CONVERSION HAS HAD ISSUES WITH THEIR CONVERSIONS. WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS REPAIRS MADE TO TWO (2) OF OUR SPRINTER AMBULANCES AND ROAD RESCUE HAS FAILED TO REPAIR AND SOLVE THE ISSUES. THE STRUCTURAL ISSUES PROVIDE A RISK TO OUR EMT'S AND PATIENTS AS WELL. *TR

    NHTSA complaint 10446953
  4. Filed Jun 9, 2011Failure Jun 7, 201127,614 milesPortland, TXTires

    KUHMO TIRE ROAD VENTURE AT 215 85R16 TREAD SEPARATED FROM CASING CAUSING MINOR DAMAGE TO MY 09 MONACO COVINA MOTOR HOME. THESE TIRES CAME AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON THE MONACO. THIS IS THE FOURTH OF SEVEN OF THESE TIRES THAT HAS FAILED IN THIS FASHION. THE TIRES HAVE BEEN INSPECTED, ROTATED, AND MAINTAINED AT APPROPRIATE AIR PRESSURE. I CONTACTED KUHMO AND THEY AGREED TO REPLACE THE TWO TIRES THAT THREW OFF RUBBER ON MY LAST TRIP WITH THE MONACO. I JUST COMPLETED ANOTHER TRIP (THE FIRST SINCE REPLACING THE TWO ORIGINAL DEFECTIVE TIRES) AND HAD TWO MORE GO BAD WITHIN A DAY OF EACH OTHER. THE MONACO HAS LESS THAN 30,000 MILES ON IT. IT WAS NOT OVERLOADED NOR ARE THERE ANY MECHANICAL DEFICIENCIES. BOTH TIRES WERE ON THE REAR OUTSIDE OF DUALS. BOTH APPEARED TO HAVE BLISTERED PRIOR TO TREAD SEPARATION. IN THE PREVIOUS INCIDENTS, ONE FRONT AND ONE REAR INSIDE DUAL SEPARATED. BOTH HELD AIR ALLOWING TRANSPORTATION TO A TIRE SHOP FOR REPLACEMENT. THERE MUST BE A SYSTEMIC PROBLEM WITH THESE TIRES. PLEASE INVESTIGATE AND RECALL IF APPROPRIATE. *TR

    NHTSA complaint 10405737
  5. Filed Aug 12, 2010Failure Jul 26, 201028,000 milesPerkasie, PATires

    TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FLEETWOOD QUEST RV BUILT ON A 2008 DODGE SPRINTER CHASSIS WITH DUAL REAR WHEELS. THE VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH KUMHO ROAD VENTURE TIRES, SIZE 15/85R/16. THE CONTACT OBSERVED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE, REAR INNER DRIVER SIDE AND REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRES SIDEWALL EXHIBITED TREAD SEPARATION. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED ALONG WITH THREE OTHER DEFECTIVE TIRES EQUIPPED ON THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT FILED A COMPLAINT REGARDING THE OTHER TIRES ON AUGUST 12, 2010. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES AIR PRESSURE HAD BEEN PROPERLY MAINTAINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED WHICH PROVIDED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 28,000. THE DOT NUMBER WAS H20FYD4A1607. UPDATED 11/12/10 *CN UPDATED 11/26/10*JB

    NHTSA complaint 10349068
  6. Filed Aug 12, 2010Failure Jul 26, 201028,000 milesPerkasie, PATires

    TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FLEETWOOD QUEST RV BUILT ON A 2008 DODGE SPRINTER CHASSIS WITH REAR DUAL WHEELS. THE VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH KUMHO ROAD VENTURE TIRES, TIRE SIZE 15/85R/16. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE REAR OUTER PASSENGER TIRE EXPLODED. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE TIRE WAS REPLACED WITH THE EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT AUTO FACILITY WHERE THE TIRE WAS REPLACED. IN ADDITION, THE REAR OUTER DRIVER SIDE AND FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRES SIDEWALL EXHIBITED TREAD SEPARATION WHICH WAS REPLACED WITH NEW TIRES AT THE SAME TIME AS THE OTHER DEFECTIVE TIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THE TIRES AIR PRESSURE HAD BEEN PROPERLY MAINTAINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED WHICH PROVIDED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 28,000. THE DOT NUMBER WAS H20FYD4A. THE CONTACT WAS IN THE PROCESS OF FILING ANOTHER COMPLAINT ON THE OTHER THREE TIRES WHICH HAD A DIFFERENT DOT NUMBER. UPDATED 11/12/10 *CN UPDATED 11/26/10

    NHTSA complaint 10348941
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

69 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • 9100226 Sep 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect rep…
  • 9100226 Sep 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect rep…
  • 9003215 Feb 12, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR applicati…
  • 9002887 Feb 11, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector…
  • 3100519 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
  • 3100319 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
  • 3100619 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
  • 08-052-16 Apr 30, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Flash: UConnect and Voice Recognition Inoperative This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may describe the following conditions: · A complete loss of UConnect operation. · A complete loss of Voice Recognition functiona…
  • R2118796A Feb 26, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
  • 23-015-20 Apr 30, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
  • 08-049-20 Apr 22, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
  • LI09.40-N-070781 Jan 21, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Check engine light on and fault codes P3005A9, P3005FF, P30074B in CDI Control Unit
  • 31-005-19 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
  • 31-003-19 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
  • 31-006-19 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
  • 9003220 Aug 7, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not "FFFF". If eit…
  • LI41 10-N-068968 Apr 25, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Noise on propeller shaft/rear axle from approx. 25mph
  • Sprinter October Oct 20, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • Sprinter July 28 Jul 28, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • Sprinter July 14 Jul 14, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • LI54 25-N-065909 Jul 6, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    447 Metris does not shift out of Park
  • Sprinter Septemb Sep 15, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • Sprinter Septemb Sep 8, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • Sprinter Septemb Sep 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • Sprinter June 30 Jun 30, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • Sprinter June 23 Jun 23, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • Sprinter June 16 Jun 16, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • Sprinter June 9- Jun 9, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • Sprinter June 2- Jun 2, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • LI91 40-N-066319 Jun 9, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SRS Lamp Illuminated
  • LI91 40-N-051128 Jun 21, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Seat belt does not roll up correctly
  • LI88 10-N-062698 Jun 9, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Installation position of fender liner twisted at rear
  • LI83 25-N-062699 Jun 5, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Noise from area of blower motor with climate control switched on
  • LI68 74-N-057463 Jun 9, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Sliding door in partition wall cannot be locked in open position
  • LI54 65-N-062609 Jun 5, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Signal tone of Parktronic system (PTS) too quiet
  • LI54 25-N-061756 Jun 9, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    ESP indicator lamp active, fault code C007500 in ESP control unit
  • LI46 10-P-065829 Jun 2, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Lane Keeping Assist: Fault message in instrument cluster, function not available.
  • LI33 00-N-066643 Jun 30, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Ball joint check on front axle
  • LI32 20-N-066562 Jun 19, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Creaking noises at front spring at low outside temperatures
  • LI27 60-N-048766 Jun 12, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    ESM (electronic selector lever module) fault 0002 "Undervoltage"
  • LI18 00-N-054809 Jun 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Engine oil level above max, oil indicator light on
  • LI14 20-N-051286 Jun 21, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve leaking or not closing properly
  • LI4700N069277 Jan 30, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Engine running complaints - Fault code P062700 current and/or stored in FSCU (N118)
  • LI0716N069263 Jan 8, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Fuel Injector Electrical Fault With Fault Codes
  • Weekly Parts Upd Dec 14, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • GI49 00-N-067800 Jul 23, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Automatic transmission housing cracked - Consequential damage due to cracked diesel particulate filter bracket
  • Parts Update - J Jul 20, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • Parts Update - J Jul 6, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • LI41-10-N-068968 Oct 27, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Noise on propeller shaft/rear axle as from 35mph
  • LI54.00-N-068243 Jun 14, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Transport mode active/transport mode cannot be deactivated
  • Weekly Parts Upd May 11, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • 08-052-16 Apr 30, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Flash: UConnect and Voice Recognition Inoperative This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may describe the following conditions: · A complete loss of UConnect operation. · A complete loss of Voice Recognition functiona…
  • 9003681 Mar 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
  • 9003687 Mar 8, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
  • LI49.10-N-060969 May 12, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    OM651 Exhaust Bracket Cracking
  • Sprinter Weekly Dec 15, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Status of Parts Ordering - Sprinter
  • 9002519 Mar 20, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco…
  • 14TL5 Jul 29, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    14TL5 ABS Power Line Carrier Converter Available Through PDC
  • 14TL2 Jul 29, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    14TL2 DD Platform Engine Stand Adapter W060589023100
  • 14TS19 Jul 24, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    14TS19 DD Platform High Pressure Fuel Lines
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.