2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 22%of 27 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 2,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the brakes of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500, 22% of the 27 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 2,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are 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.
“Driver reported that vehicle started rolling while the vehicle was in Park. The parking brake was engaged. Driver was able to stop the vehicle by physically keeping their foot on the brake. Vehicle sent to dealer. Dealer confirmed issue and repaired. Repair details and video of issue available. Other related issues have been identified on other vehicles.”
NHTSA complaint #11428216, filed 2021-08“It appears that driver pressed park and pulled the emergency brake. Its possible it wasn't pressed properly and dealer found no mechanical fault. Vehicle rolled forward and impacted another parked vehicle. This may be related to other issues at RemarkableFoods related to transmission being in Park or driver intending to put it in Park . Video is available for review.”
NHTSA complaint #11428219, filed 2021-08“The Mercedes-Benz dealership can not repair the problem on teh ecall or the brake pedal bolt both which are life threatening they dealership adviced me on contacting you?”
NHTSA complaint #11416307, filed 2021-05“The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign number 21V055000 (Electrical System) and 21V152000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not informed of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11418351, filed 2021-05Related recalls
- 21V152000Mar 10, 2021Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The retaining washer and bolt that…Covers: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 2019–2020, Sprinter 2500 2019–2020, Sprinter 1500 2019–2020 +5 more
- 20V802000Dec 21, 2020Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with electric parking brakes…Covers: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 2019–2020, Sprinter 2500 2019–2020, Sprinter 1500 2019–2020 +5 more
Related service bulletins
- 11038169Sep 29, 2026Brakes may lock up when reversing at slow speeds Complaint When reversing slowly, the vehicle erroneously triggers an emergency braking event, causing the brakes to lock up…
- 10194375Apr 12, 2021Replace Rear Brake Calipers
- 10187497Jan 25, 2021Rear brake calipers
- 10187499Jan 21, 2021Replace folding parking brake lever label
- 10205151Nov 7, 2016Coolant, vacuum, temperature fault codes.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 6% |
| 2022 | 2 | 22% |
| 2021 | 3 | 38% |
| 2020 | 3 | 23% |
| 2019 | 6 | 22% |
| 2018 | 3 | 33% |
| 2017 | 5 | 18% |
| 2016 | 14 | 23% |
| 2015 | 13 | 35% |
| 2014 | 15 | 27% |
| 2013 | 8 | 18% |
| 2012 | 1 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsForward collision avoidance
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology