AI DamageFreightliner Sprinter (VS30): problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Freightliner Sprinter (VS30) across 2 model years: 0 owner complaints and 79 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 46 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 22 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Parking brake | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What to check before buying
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Unavailability of MB Apps Complaint A popup is seen on the HU with the message "data connection…
- Brakes may lock up when reversing at slow speeds Complaint When reversing slowly, the vehicle erroneously…
- Sprinter 907 with 725.0 (NAG3 Classic) Transmission ‑ Shudder during acceleration Complaint Shudder may be…
- Complaint While driving through muddy / sandy/ off road terrain "4Matic Currently Unavailable" message on…
- Oil Leak at Crankcase Near the High-pressure Fuel Pump OM654 Complaint Visible oil leak at the crankcase…
- ASSYST PLUS service reminder appears earlier than expected due to vehicle operating conditions Complaint…
- Model 907 with all-wheel drive (A4M) – All-wheel drive inoperative Complaint The customer may report one…
- Acoustic Warning or message occurring when a closed sliding door is not recognized Complaint Customer may…
- Complaint ASSYST values in XENTRY actual values and workshop menu of instrument cluster are implausibly…
- Fuel Level Unchanged After Refueling Complaint The customer reports that the fuel gauge shows inaccurate…
- Complaint Complaint A
- Check engine light with fault code P3005CA in MRD1 (CDI) Complaint The check engine light is on, with a…
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.