2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 15%of 62 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 15,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the electrical system of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500, 15% of the 62 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 15,000 miles. 1 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.
“Our view was subject to a recall (NHTSA notice - 17v-262) which involved the radio/cell phone volume & function controls mounted in the steering wheel. Winnebago's fix was just removing the control. Which was a safety feature in that we didn't have to take our eyes off the road to answer the phone or adjust the radio. It seems unacceptable that winnebago's only action was to remove the control and not replace it! Minnesota's ag's office recommended contacting NHTSA and file a complaint.”
NHTSA complaint #11062574, filed 2018-01, 10,000 miles“Rear wheel speed sensor had to be replaced at 30,000 miles and now both front wheel sensors are faulty at 50.000 miles. In my reading this is a commonly faulty part and it cost $ 760.00 to replace both sensors. Fortunately the first sensor was under warranty. It would be greatly appreciated if you will look into this issue. Because you cannot afford to trade an rv. I was on a trip when the indicator lights came on on dash and I was able to drive 7 hours homes. My owners manual expressed I should seek technical assistance asap.”
NHTSA complaint #11377384, filed 2020-12, 50,000 miles“Driving on a dry day, smooth road, with cruise control on 65mph at 7:45pm. This vehicle is converted with a thor 24hl camper on the chassis. Five hours into the days drive the vehicle flashed asr/esp triangle - and jerked abruptly but instantaneously but remained on cruise control. …”
NHTSA complaint #11386418, filed 2021-01, 13,200 miles“Wheel speed sensors keep failing. I have had eight sensors fail in three years of ownership. Transmission shifts erratically, speed surges, ABS, check engine light and braking is impaired. This happens when vehicle is in motion.”
NHTSA complaint #11390889, filed 2021-01, 18,000 miles“Unshielded rear-center generator exhaust pipe positioned with approx 12 in clearance above the ground, ignited the exterior of vehicle when generator operated, causing total loss. My safety as well as my pets was put at great risk due to this design and lack of shielding. The problem has not been reproduced of confirmed by dealer or independent service center, however the fact of such pipe getting hot, and nbeing related to the generator was recognized by the dealer. …”
NHTSA complaint #11691967, filed 2025-10Related service bulletins
- 10231020Jan 13, 2023Complaint Various issues including control unit programming procedure will not complete successfully/no newer software found, communication faults, or sporadic malfunction of…
- 10228805Dec 2, 2022Problem: Vehicle fails smog test Cause In the event the Engine Control Module (CDI) detects a fault with the Water Pump Short Circuit to Battery diagnostic, Fault Code P260312…
- 10206072Dec 14, 2021"The âmonitor status this driving cycle (PID 41)â can be displayed as âdisabledâ in the generic scan tool although no monitor of this group is disabled "
- 10206073Dec 7, 2021Various complaints due to aftermarket OBDII device installed
- 10189036Feb 12, 2021Initial NCU-eCall Software Update
- 10187796Jan 14, 2021Replace 3rd brake lamp, remove soft top compartment cover to access.
- 10187793Jan 7, 2021Mercedes-Benz AG (?MBAG?), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain Model Year (?MY?) 2013-2017 B-Class, C-Class, CLA-Class, CLS-Class, E-Class, G-Class…
- 10144114Mar 26, 2018Check Engine Light Illuminated with Stored Fault Code P008700 in ME Control Unit N3/34 and or P008A00 in FSCU N118
- 10124131Oct 24, 201414CSA22 DTNA Chassis Wiring Diagrams
- 10135614Oct 6, 2014Remote engine start via external starter switch sporadically not possible, fault code B150B
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 18% |
| 2022 | 1 | 11% |
| 2020 | 6 | 46% |
| 2019 | 6 | 22% |
| 2018 | 1 | 11% |
| 2017 | 3 | 11% |
| 2016 | 9 | 15% |
| 2015 | 3 | 8% |
| 2014 | 4 | 7% |
| 2013 | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 | 3 | 14% |
| 2011 | 1 | 13% |
Other parts of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsElectronic stability control
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
10 complaintsWheels
7 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsForward collision avoidance
1 complaints
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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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