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2007 Dodge Sprinter: problems, recalls and reliability

5 recalls and 47 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is air bags (67% of complaints); the 2006 model year looks more trouble-free.

Data updated weekly · latest recall Dec 2008

5
recalls
47
owner complaints
0
fire reports
55,000
typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

No fire reportsWeak spot: air bags (67%)

Common problems

Computed from 47 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Air Bags (airbags and crash sensors)67% · 30 complaints
Structure (body, frame, doors, rust)7% · 3 complaints
Tires4% · 2 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)4% · 2 complaints
Engine (engine mechanics)2% · 1 complaint
Wheels (wheels, lug nuts, bearings)2% · 1 complaint
My two nearby dealers (Hudson Valley Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and Dutchess Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram) both state they sold their tools to work on sprinter vans and refuse to complete the recall. I currently have no nearby options to complete this safety recall, and i cannot get my vehicle inspected.Owner report · Air Bags · Mar 2026
"During inspection, both rear main leaf springs were found cracked symmetrically due to fatigue failure. Similar rear leaf spring defect was previously recalled on adjacent VIN ranges. Failure affects rear ride height and vehicle stability. No signs of overload or impact damage observed."Owner report · Suspension · Jan 2026
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Sprinter. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V077000 (Air Bags) and 17V478000 (Air Bags) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.Owner report · Air Bags · Dec 2022
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Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge sprinter cargo van. The contact stated that the fuel tank fastening straps became loose, which caused the plastic valve in the fuel tank to detach. As a result, there was a fuel leak. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was informed of NHTSA campaign number: 07v325000 (fuel system) for certain 2007 dodge sprinters. The dealer (peterson dodge chrysler jeep ram, 5801 e gate blvd, nampa, id 83687) stated that the vehicle was not on the recall list. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and was unable to provide assistance. The failure mileage was 196,000.Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Jan 2018
Takata recall; manufacturer is unable to remedy safety recall. No incidents have occurred. Local dodge dealership is unable to replace takata airbags because they do not "have the tools for a sprinter van". They are not helpful in arriving at a solution. Dealership is billion dodge-chrysler jeep in bozeman, mt 406-556-9076Owner report · Air Bags · Nov 2017
2007 dodge sprinter. Consumer writes in regards to driver airbag module safety recall. *ld the consumer stated after the dealer completed the recall, there were srs error codes present that they refused to repair. Upated 11/07/2017*jsOwner report · Air Bags · Sep 2017
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 dodge sprinter. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 15v354000 (air bags) and 16v077000 (air bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to larson chrysler jeep ram dodge (located at larson chrysler jeep dodge ram 2001 n meridian, puyallup, wa 98371, 253-845-1725) where it was confirmed that the remedy part was not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.Owner report · Air Bags · Jun 2017
I have received three letters referring to recall: s14, r26 and r 49 dating back over one year. I have made several attempts to contact 2 different dodge/ chrysler dealerships and was always told they do not have the parts. The vehicle is made by mercedes benz and the parts can be cross referenced to a mercedes benz part number. The allegedly missing parts are in stock and chrysler has no excuse not to immediately repair a safety hazard !Owner report · Air Bags · Dec 2016
Takata recall: I have been in contact with the dodge recall people for the last year and have not been able to get any action on their part. They have put me in contact with all the dodge dealers in south florida and none of them will work on my sprinter. Part of the problem is that my vehicle is an rv built onto the dodge sprinter and another problem is that in 2007 dodge was owned by mercedes bens and dodge does not feel responsible for mercedes products.Owner report · Air Bags · Nov 2016
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge sprinter. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v354000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.Owner report · Air Bags · Oct 2016

When filing, owners marked a crash in 0 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 5 campaigns

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY08V524000 · Oct 2008

MATTHEWS IS RECALLING 8 MY 1998 BLUEBIRD, MY 2004 FORD E450, MY 2005-2006 THOMAS BUILT BUSES, MY 2006 INTERNATIONAL BUS, MY 2007 CHEVROLET 5500, FREIGHTLINER AND DODGE SPRINTER TRUCKS, TRANSIT BUSES, AND SPECIALTY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE BUSES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 404, "PLATFORM LIFT INSTALLATION IN MOTOR VEHICLES." THE THRESHOLD WARNING SYSTEM MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER IN A CERTAIN SPOT WITHIN THE DEFINED THRESHOLD AREA.

Remedy: MATTHEWS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E095). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR MATTHEWS SPECIALTY AT 336-297-9600.

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY08V526000 · Oct 2008

MATTHEWS IS RECALLING 8 MY 1998 BLUEBIRD, MY 2004 FORD E450, MY 2005-2006 THOMAS BUILT BUS, MY 2006 INTERNATIONAL BUS, MY 2007 CHEVROLET 5500, FREIGHTLINER AND DODGE SPRINTER TRUCKS, TRANSIT BUSES, AND SPECIALTY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE LIFTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 403, "PLATFORM LIFT SYSTEM ACCESSIBLE FOR MOTOR VEHICLES." THE ANTI-STOW INTERLOCK MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER. THE PRESSURE SENSING SWITCH THAT DETECTS THE PRESENCE OF WEIGHT ON THE PLATFORM WAS NOT ADJUSTED TO THE NECESSARY SENSITIVITY LEVEL. THE LIFT COULD STOW EVEN THOUGH SOMEONE OR SOMETHING IS STILL ON THE LIFT.

Remedy: MATTHEWS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E097). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR MATTEWS SPECIALTY AT 336-297-9600.

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW07V246000 · Jun 2007

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE SIDE WINDOW AIR BAG MODULE DIFFUSER MATERIAL MAY CONTAIN HAIRLINE CRACKS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE RIGHT, LEFT, OR BOTH SIDE WINDOW AIR BAG MODULES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 16, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DCC AT 1-843-695-5041.

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY08V662000 · Dec 2008

SUNSET VANS IS RECALLING 267 MY 2005-2007 ECONOLINE, G SERIES AND SPRINTER TRUCKS BUILT ON DODGE, FORD AND CHEVROLET CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 404, "PLATFORM LIFT INSTALLATIONS IN MOTOR VEHICLES." THE THRESHOLD WARNING SYSTEM MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER IN A CERTAIN SPOT WITHIN THE DEFINED THRESHOLD AREA.

Remedy: SUNSET VANS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E095). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR SUNSET VANS AT 1-888-280-8267.

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY08V663000 · Dec 2008

SUNSET VANS IS RECALLING 169 MY 2005-2007 ECONOLINE, G SERIES AND SPRINTER TRUCKS BUILT ON DODGE, FORD AND CHEVROLET CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE LIFTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 403, "PLATFORM LIFT SYSTEM ACCESSIBLE FOR MOTOR VEHICLES." THE ANTI-STOW INTERLOCK MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER. THE PRESSURE SENSING SWITCH THAT DETECTS THE PRESENCE OF WEIGHT ON THE PLATFORM WAS NOT ADJUSTED TO THE NECESSARY SENSITIVITY LEVEL. THE LIFT COULD STOW EVEN THOUGH SOMEONE OR SOMETHING IS STILL ON THE LIFT.

Remedy: SUNSET VANS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E097). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR SUNSET VANS AT 1-888-280-8267.

Specifications

Factory options offered for the 2007 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.

Body stylesCargo Van · Incomplete - Chassis Cab (Single Cab) · Van

How other years compare

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Dodge Sprinter reliable?

NHTSA has 47 owner complaints and 5 recall campaigns on record for the 2007 Dodge Sprinter. The most complained-about area is air bags (67% of complaints).

At what mileage do 2007 Dodge Sprinter problems usually appear?

Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 55,000 miles or less.

Does the 2007 Dodge Sprinter have open recalls?

5 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning equipment adaptive/mobility. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.