2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
29/100
#11 most-complained of 15 Sprinter 3500 years
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 has a Complaint Index of 29 and ranks 11th out of 15 model years, earning a "Good" verdict relative to other Sprinter years. NHTSA lists 8 complaints and 6 recalls for this year, with Brakes as the top problem area at 38% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes3 (38%)
- Other3 (38%)
- Electrical System1 (13%)
- Engine1 (13%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (13%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (13%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (13%)
What owners report
- Owners report the crosswind stabilization system activating unexpectedly at highway speeds near 70 MPH, cutting speed to under 50 MPH and pulling the vehicle toward the right lane.
- Some describe the transmission failing to move the vehicle in reverse on an incline, with the engine revving to about 1800 rpm while the vehicle stays stationary.
- Owners report the vehicle failing to start after sitting parked for several days, even after installing a new battery.
- During rain, adaptive cruise control and the accident avoidance system reportedly stopped working and displayed multiple dashboard warnings, taking two days to resume normal function.
- Rear inner tire valve stems made of rubber were found inadequate for the RV weight capacity at 8,000 miles.
2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 recalls
6 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 24V930000Dec 13, 2024Electrical System697 vehicles
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The instrument cluster illumination may not be adjustable and appear too bright in certain lighting conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk: A display that is too bright can make it difficult for the driver to see critical safety information, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 31, 2025. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BELKOM.
- NHTSA 23V876000Dec 21, 2023Structure & Body387 vehicles
Structure:critical fasteners
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The partition wall may be missing bolts, allowing the wall to detach during a crash.
Risk: A detached partition wall can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and secure the partition wall as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 16, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3TREWAN.
- NHTSA 23V806000Dec 1, 2023Structure & Body131 vehicles
Structure:body
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The topcoat paint formula may cause the windows and interior lashing rails to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle.
Risk: An insufficiently bonded window can detach during a crash, and objects secured to an insufficiently bonded interior lashing rail can detach, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the paint adhesion and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Depending on the extent of any damage, DVUSA may offer to repurchase the vehicle. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 5, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LACKHA.
See all 6 recalls for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 →
2022 compared with other Sprinter 3500 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 Sprinter 3500 has a Complaint Index of 29, ranking 11th out of 15 model years and earning a "Good" verdict compared to other Sprinter years.
- What problems does the 2022 Sprinter 3500 have?
- NHTSA lists 8 complaints, with Brakes as the top problem area at 38% of complaints, followed by Electrical System, Engine, Collision Avoidance & Cameras, Suspension, and Transmission & Powertrain, each at 13%.
- Does the 2022 Sprinter 3500 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2022 Sprinter 3500, covering the instrument cluster, partition wall bolts, paint adhesion, wiring harnesses for swivel seats, and a transmission parking brake guide bushing.
- What year Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 should I avoid?
- Among Sprinter years with data, 2012, 2014, 2016, and 2019 carry "Avoid" verdicts with Complaint Index values of 79, 93, 100, and 86, all higher than the 2022 model's 29.
- How does the 2022 Sprinter compare to the 2021 and 2023 models?
- The 2021 Sprinter has a Complaint Index of 36 and a "Good" verdict, the 2023 Sprinter has a Complaint Index of 71 and a "Caution" verdict, while the 2022 Sprinter's index of 29 is lower than both.