Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-benz sprinter 2500. The contact stated that the lights on the driver side would not illuminate when activated. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who repaired the vehicle. The contact was unaware of the exact repairs made to the vehicle however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter electrical problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850 · see electrical across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$850
When does it fail?
Of the 3 electrical complaints filed for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Of the 4 model years of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter we track for electrical problems, this one has the fewest owner complaints on file (3).
No new NHTSA electrical complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 11 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
I was driving on the highway and, I suddenly lost power. I pressed down on the acceleration pedal fully and yet, there was no power. A very dangerous situation. I bought this vehicle brand new from a dealer and spent a lot of money. I don't want to spend even more just to fix unnecessary problems. *tr
[xxx] is car wash store? In march 21, 2013, vehicle warning lamp came on again, the information is :"engine oil level not when eng running", on this day I once put my car to the [xxx], in march 26, 2013, [xxx] send the car back, they tell us, the vehicle is no problem. I check the vehicle found, "engine oil level not when eng running"warning lamp still on . I don't know what's problem on…
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Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, electrical issues most often appear around 50,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2011/Mercedes-Benz/Sprinter.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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