2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 7%of 45 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the fuel system of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500, 7% of the 45 complaints for this model year. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“At altitudes of over 5,000’ MSL the vehicle will not move when shifted into Drive or Reverse. No response from gas pedal. Vehicle will randomly hesitate with zero or poor throttle response when driving creating an extreme safety hazard.”
NHTSA complaint #11485202, filed 2022-09Related recalls
- 23V444000Jun 26, 2023Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Sprinter and 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The fuel pump may…Covers: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 2021–2022, Metris 2021–2023, Sprinter 1500 2021–2022 +2 more
Related service bulletins
- 11034411Jun 16, 2026Fuel Level Unchanged After Refueling Complaint The customer reports that the fuel gauge shows inaccurate readings or remains unchanged after refueling. Cause A. The Fuel Supply…
- 11033165May 8, 2026Check engine light with fault code P3005CA in MRD1 (CDI) Complaint The check engine light is on, with a possiblility in a reduction of power and the presence of soot in the…
- 11031942Apr 29, 2026Complaint The customer reports that the fuel gauge shows inaccurate readings or remains unchanged after refueling. Cause A. The Fuel Supply Control Unit (FSCU) fails to detect a…
- 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…
- 11030627Mar 23, 2026Check engine light or Adblue warning with fault codes P206B31, P203B31, or P300494 present in AdBlue (SCR) control unit (N118/5) Complaint The check engine light or AdBlue…
- 11016429Mar 18, 2025Check engine light or Adblue warning with fault codes P206B31, P203B31, or P300494 when outside temperatures are below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. SCR Gen4 (KP7) Complaint: The check…
- 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…
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 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
9 complaintsForward collision avoidance
9 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsLane departure
7 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 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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