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2021 Mercedes Benz Sprinter

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

11

11 current

Combined

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Fuel, a year

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Not rated by NRCan

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2023689 · manufacturer campaign 3190304

21 December 2023

Transport Canada lists: Sprinter 2019–2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the rear frame may be missing reinforcements. As a result, the frame could become damaged and cause a change vehicle stability. This problem could also cause the mounting points for the third-row seats to fail in a crash.

Why it matters

A change in vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a seat that moves or separates in a crash could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, repair the longitudinal frame members.

142 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2023353 · manufacturer campaign 4790205 / 4790206 / 4790207

23 June 2023

Transport Canada lists: Amg 2021–2023 · C 2021–2023 · Class 2021–2023 · CLS 2021–2023 · and 9 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough or may not start. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the fuel delivery module.

18,461 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2023167 · manufacturer campaign 5496331

24 March 2023

Transport Canada lists: Sprinter 2019–2022

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the instrument cluster not to work. As a result, you may not be able to see certain information about the vehicle, including the speedometer, fuel gauge, indicator lamps, and warning messages. In addition, the warning sounds may not work.

Why it matters

Warnings and malfunction tell-tale information that does not display could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the instrument cluster software.

1,095 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2022602 · manufacturer campaign 2790611

21 October 2022

Transport Canada lists: Sprinter 2019–2022

What is wrong

In certain conditions, the vehicle could roll-away after placing the transmission in the "P" (Park) position if the parking brake is not set. Note: You should always follow the parking procedure in the owner's manual, and set the parking brake each time that you park.

Why it matters

A parked vehicle that rolls away could create a risk of a crash or an injury.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the software of various control units.

18,058 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2022214 · manufacturer campaign 5496319

27 April 2022

Transport Canada lists: Sprinter 2019–2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the rearview camera software.

2,034 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanCompliance Mfr

Label

Transport Canada recall 2022061 · manufacturer campaign 5891715

10 February 2022

Transport Canada lists: Sprinter 2021

What is wrong

The tire and loading information label on certain vehicles may list the wrong combined weight of occupants and cargo. As a result, you could overload the vehicle. This could cause excessive tire wear and lead to a tire failure.

Why it matters

A tire failure could cause a loss of control and result in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the tire and loading information label. Additionally, the dealer will inspect the tires for excessive wear due to this issue, and replace them if necessary.

37 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanCompliance Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2021765 · manufacturer campaign 2790609/ 2790610

16 December 2021

Transport Canada lists: Sprinter 2019–2021

What is wrong

In certain conditions, the vehicle could roll-away after placing the transmission in the "P" (Park) position if the parking brake is not set. Note: You should always follow the parking procedure in the owner's manual, and set the parking brake each time that you park.

Why it matters

A parked vehicle that rolls away could create a risk of a crash or an injury.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development. Once a recall repair is available, Mercedes-Benz will send you a second notice and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the electronic stability program (ESP) control unit.

5,883 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2021620 · manufacturer campaign 1595062

7 October 2021

Transport Canada lists: Sprinter 2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the cable duct under the starter-generator may not be properly attached. As a result, the wiring harness could contact the transmission carrier. If this happens, the wiring could short circuit.

Why it matters

A short circuit can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to secure the cable duct under the starter-generator.

63 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2021494 · manufacturer campaign 9190355, 9190354

6 August 2021

Transport Canada lists: Metris 2021 · Sprinter 2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the passenger seat belt assemblies may contain defective automatic locking retractors (ALR). As a result, the seat belts may not properly lock to secure a child seat. Note: The vehicle's lower universal anchorage system (UAS) is not affected by this defect and may still be used to secure a child seat.

Why it matters

A seat belt that is used to secure a child restraint but is not properly locked could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the seat belts. They will be replaced, if necessary.

350 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanCompliance Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2021349 · manufacturer campaign 5497556

4 June 2021

Transport Canada lists: Sprinter 2019–2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the software.

2,515 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2021221 · manufacturer campaign 5492361

13 April 2021

Transport Canada lists: Sprinter 2019–2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the driver may not be able to dim the lights on the instrument panel to a low level. As a result, light from the instrument panel could cause glare while driving at night. Canadian regulations require that the instrument panel lights can be dimmed to a lower level.

Why it matters

Glare from bright instrument panel lights could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the vehicle software.

207 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanCompliance Mfr

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Common questions

Does the 2021 Mercedes Benz Sprinter have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 11 recalls on record for the 2021 Mercedes Benz Sprinter. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.