2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 17 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are service brakes (5), unknown or other (4), vehicle speed control (3).
The 2021 ranks #4 of 14 Sprinter model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (34). It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 9.6 per model year.
Recalls 0
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
No recalls are on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message “Driver’s Side Air Bag Deactivated” was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the wiring harness needed to be rewired. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted, and the message was dis…
Mercedes Dealership is refusing to get the vehicle in to make this safety recall repair in a timely manner. I have been told that i will need to wait for over a month just to drop the vehicle off with no time frame given in terms of how long the vehicle will be gone while being repaired.
I am writing to formally raise a critical safety concern regarding the performance and behavior of the Crosswind Assist system in my 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500, upfitted by Airstream as a B-Class RV. This vehicle, identified by VIN [XXX] , exhibited behavior that I believe constitutes a significant and potentially dangerous flaw in its integrated driver-assistance program…
Safety ratings
2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 Cargo VAN RWD
Fuel economy
The EPA doesn't publish fuel economy ratings for heavy-duty pickups like the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter have?
NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?
Based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are service brakes (5), unknown or other (4), vehicle speed control (3).
Is the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter safe?
NHTSA hasn't published an overall 5-star rating for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Is the 2021 a good year for the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?
The 2021 ranks #4 of 14 Sprinter model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (34). It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 9.6 per model year.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: SPRINTER 1500 CARGO, SPRINTER 3500 CREW VAN, SPRINTER 1500 PASSENGER, Sprinter.