The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, he had to brake abruptly, due to an animal crossing the roadway. Then he heard a loud sound coming from underneath the vehicle, when he took his foot off the brake. . The contact pulled over to the side of the road and saw the water tank had fallen to the ground. The vehicle was taken to an …
2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter body problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
SIDE ENTRY DOOR OPENED TWICE WHILE DRIVING. 1ST WE THOUGHT WE DIDN'T CLOSE IT RIGHT, BUT I CHECKED AND DOOR HAD LOCKS ENGAGED. THE 2ND TIME THAT DOOR OPENED UP, I PULLED OVER AND CHECKED AND ENGAGED ALL LOCKS ON DOOR AND THEN PUSHED IT A BIT AND TO MY SURPRISE THE DOOR OPENED UP! IT TURNS OUT THE SCREWS WERE LOSE SO THE LOCKS WERE NOT ENGAGING. SO I TIGHTENED THEM UP WITH THE DRILL AND PROBLEM SOL…
Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the body typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,500 for body 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 body?
No active recalls currently cover body 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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