Freightliner Sprinter 3500 2005

Model Sprinter 3500 made in 2005 by Freightliner got 1 consumer complain as well as 1 recall. Consumer complaints with reference to engine and engine cooling. . There was one recall concerning steering .

Model 2005

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING - COLUMN
08V339000SPRINTER ENGINEERING & COMPLIANCE SUPPORfrom 11/01/2007 to 11/30/2007V (Vehicle)1002/16/2009MFRDAIMLERCHRYSLER MANUFACTURING INTL07/24/200807/24/2008
Defect SummarySprinter is recalling 10 my 2001-2006 dodge and freightliner 2500 and 3500 vehicles. the welding seam between the bracket and steering column of affected spare parts does not meet design specifications. the result of an out of specification welding seam is that the steering column may detach from its interior vehicle mounting bracket.
Consequence SummaryThe operator may lose steering ability of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect and replace the steering columns free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or before february 16, 2009. owners may contact sprinter at 843-695-5057.
NotesChrysler's recall no. h25.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - TURBO-CHARGER
05/10/20076512109/17/2006
 Normal highway driving on a clear day vehicle slowed to limp home mode. discovered seal on turbo resonator blew and was defective. mechanic reported numerous others. checked on internet and found many complaints of same problem. disappointed that few showed up on nhtsa.dot.gov. *ak