2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 7%of 28 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500, 7% of the 28 complaints for this model year.
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 front left wheel cover shifted and nearly sheared off the tire valve stem. Had this happened while we were on the road, the tire would have had a very fast deflate/explosion. This would have put the 24ft. RV into an uncontrollable nose-dive and possible crash situation. The nearly-sheared valve stem was discovered by technicians while we were having routine maintenance done at the authorized Mercedes dealership. They removed the tire and replaced the valve stem. We were told by the Service Manager that this usually happens to the rear dual wheels, not the front. …”
NHTSA complaint #11530098, filed 2023-07“Side entry door opened twice while driving. 1st we thought we didn't close it right, but I checked and door had locks engaged. The 2nd time that door opened up, I pulled over and checked and engaged all locks on door and then pushed it a bit and to my surprise the door opened up! It turns out the screws were lose so the locks were not engaging. So I tightened them up with the drill and problem solved. This is an rv and it is driven many miles and on bumpy roads so the screws will loosen up causing the deadbolt locks not to engage properly. …”
NHTSA complaint #11407752, filed 2021-04Related service bulletins
- 11038170Sep 19, 2026Unavailability of MB Apps Complaint A popup is seen on the HU with the message "data connection temporarily not available". Cause MB Apps is officially sundowned for all vehicles…
- 11035563Jul 1, 2026ASSYST PLUS service reminder appears earlier than expected due to vehicle operating conditions Complaint The ASSYST PLUS service reminder appears earlier than expected. The…
- 11023983Sep 26, 2025Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Checked via Instrument Cluster Service Menu Complaint Sometimes the engine oil level cannot be determined using the instrument cluster's service menu…
- 11022498Aug 12, 2025Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans, has determined that on certain Model Years 2017-2021 Sprinter vehicles, the In Use Monitor Performance Ratio…
- 10162199May 23, 2019Information:907 Sprinter 15 Passenger Van Trailer Hitch
- 10205151Nov 7, 2016Coolant, vacuum, temperature fault codes.
- 10128811Jul 24, 201414TS19 DD Platform High Pressure Fuel Lines
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 12% |
| 2022 | 3 | 33% |
| 2021 | 2 | 25% |
| 2020 | 2 | 15% |
| 2019 | 4 | 15% |
| 2018 | 1 | 11% |
| 2017 | 2 | 7% |
| 2016 | 3 | 5% |
| 2015 | 2 | 5% |
| 2014 | 4 | 7% |
| 2013 | 3 | 7% |
| 2012 | 4 | 19% |
Other parts of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
7 complaintsWheels
7 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsForward collision avoidance
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsTires
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
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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