2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 8%of 38 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,835miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the fuel system of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500, 8% of the 38 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,835 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The day I purchased the van while still at the dealer a warning chime came on and no one could figure out what is wrong then it finally went away by itself. That happened several times since I purchased it last august. I took it to two mercedes dealers but no use. I also experienced a drastic drop in fuel mileage it suddenly dropped from around 19 to 13.5 mpg at that time I noticed grinding noise all that was reported to the dealer. …”
NHTSA complaint #10695197, filed 2015-03, 8,000 miles“Vehicle was driven about 5 miles, parked and not running, about 2.5hrs later fire started on the left rear side / undercarriage. Fuel tank caught fire. No prior running defects. Starting point for the fire appears at or next to fuel tank on the left side with the first flames visible up the left rear wheel housing with the vehicle parked on a slight incline and this etched in an arc shape above the left rear wheel. Inside vehicle no personal items or aftermarket modifications. Fire spotted approximately 3:15 - 3:17 eastern time, weather temps in mid 70s. …”
NHTSA complaint #11355724, filed 2020-09, 119,670 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11034416Jun 3, 2026OM642 DPF Filter Cracked or Broken Complaint Vehicle will not start or exhibits noisy exhaust. Check Engine Lamp (CEL) is on. Multiple control unit communication and system…
- 11030629Mar 23, 2026The check engine light is illuminated, or the AdBlue warning is active, with recorded faults related to AdBlue quality or concentration. Complaint Customer reports an illuminated…
- 11016427Mar 10, 2025Procedure for When Diesel Fuel Tank is Filled with Incorrect Fuel Type Complaint: Procedure for When Diesel Fuel Tank is Filled with Incorrect Fuel Type (e.g., gasoline, water…
- 11016423Mar 10, 2025EGR Valve Diagnosis and Cleaning Procedure Complaint A: The engine is jolting/bucking between 1700 and 1900 rpm. Complaint B: One or more mechanical related fault codes for EGR…
- 11014726Feb 12, 2025Complaint Fault code P06DA00 is found current or stored in engine control unit. Check engine light may be activated. Cause Various causes Remedy Up to Model year 2018: Fault code…
- 11014728Feb 4, 2025Complaint The check engine light or AdBlue warning is activated, accompanied by one or more of the following fault codes rela- ted to the AdBlue tank: P206B31: Malfunction of the…
- 10232323Feb 23, 2023Complaint MIL illuminated. Fault codes for 'position sensor of crankshaft' in combination with fault codes for 'Output stage fuel injectors' are set in the CDI control unit.
- 10227139Nov 21, 2022SMOG Test will not complete successfully. NOTE: Customers may come to dealership as instructed by ISP (Independent Service Provider) based on instructions from a TSB (Technical…
- 10214960Jun 13, 2022Complaint After installing new NOx sensors during the Approved Emission Modification (AEM), the Exhaust Aftertreatment Customer Service Measure in XENTRY/DAS displays incorrect…
- 10181196Sep 14, 2020Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (?MBUSA?) has entered into an agreement with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 8% |
| 2023 | 5 | 26% |
| 2022 | 4 | 10% |
| 2021 | 3 | 7% |
| 2020 | 4 | 5% |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 | 1 | 7% |
| 2017 | 1 | 8% |
| 2015 | 2 | 9% |
| 2014 | 3 | 8% |
| 2011 | 1 | 7% |
| 2010 | 3 | 21% |
Other parts of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
15 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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