2006 Dodge Sprinter 3500 engine problems

Filed Sep 15, 2022 · Engine · OR

2006 dodge sprinter 3500. Consumer writes in regard to egr valve failure. The consumer stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time completing the recall repair. The parts were unavailable.

Filed Jan 31, 2019 · Brakes, Engine · 300,000 miles · CA

I have two recalls that needs to be done by a dodge dealer which I tried two years ago with no success, the first one is brake light recall none of the dodge dealers in my area up to 50 miles radius were able to fix the recall. Now I am trying to register my vehicle with dmv and I was told about the proof of correction that I need to provide for an emission recall. I called multiple dodge dealers with no success to have it worked on plus I was suggested to call mercedes benz since it is a mercedes engineered vehicle and since its a dodge they won't do the recall. Now I am stuck with a vehicle I can get fixed and registered. The vehicle is my work vehicle and I can't do any work/income because it can't be registered.please advice

Filed Nov 18, 2018 · Engine · 110,000 miles · CA

Crankshaft position sensor faulty, check engine light comes on upon startup.

Filed Jul 30, 2018 · Engine · 82,000 miles · PA

Entire mercedes diesel sprinter engine failed completely and will need a new engine. Possible cause is cracked piston or stuck injector. This happened when driving, shortly after serpentine belt and transmission line were replaced, vehicle was just serviced, including new brakes, muffler, inspection, oil change. Only 82,000 miles! Cost will be over $11,000! This is a winnebago view and although it is now older (2007) it hasn't been driven that much each year.

Filed Dec 14, 2017 · Engine · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge sprinter 3500. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated and there was a random failure in which a limp mode occurred and caused a drastic reduction in speed. The vehicle was coasted to mercedes-benz of palm springs (4095 e palm canyon dr, palm springs, ca 92264, (760) 328-6525) who replaced the egr and provided diagnostic testing. The failure continued to progress intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the egr and additional parts. The part was replaced a third time due to the failure. The vehicle was also serviced for a manufacturer recall (t21) at hilltop chrysler jeep dodge ram (3291 auto plaza drive, richmond, ca 94806, (510) 243-6100). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available.

Filed Aug 16, 2017 · Engine · 73,000 miles · CA

Sprinter in loosing power when its going to even little hill,after that works fine.chk with shop trans ok. Other situation is AC vents giving only cold air from top vents and side vents giving full heat like over hot.

Filed Oct 19, 2015 · Engine · 106,000 miles · CA

I'm replacing the o2 sensor for the second time in three years. After researching it seems like a common problem related to the resonator. I am surprised dodge or mercedes does not want to offer a solution especially since the engine is otherwise reliable. It's a case of a cheap part causing a lot of grief (and some safety risk as you never know when it will go into limp mode.) with no response from the manufacturer. This most recent sensor replacement will cost me $762.00

Filed Oct 4, 2012 · Electrical, Engine · 125,000 miles · TN

Engine dies driving at unknown times (key turn on) found test of power windows at same time stop due to no power (12volts) engine cut in and out but stops running. Deal never found the trouble. 1 click (relay) turn key to start (starter never turn) truck mite start 15 min or next day . Found bad mfg engine grounding. Added ground engine back to ground post fix the missing ground. / 2nd the mfg turbo resonator split making limp home mode.

Filed Oct 17, 2011 · Engine · 4,000 miles · CA

This 2006 winnebago navion (on a sprinter 3500 chassis) has suffered two failures of the turbocharger resonator. When the failure occurs there is an immediate and almost total loss of power and the loss of the ability to climb hills as the vehicle goes into "limp home mode" with a top speed of 35 mpg on level ground. The vehicle is unable to keep up with or stay ahead of, or get out of the way of, other traffic. The first failure was initially not correctly diagnosed by the dealer, and after two additional incidents the resonator was replaced under warranty. The resonator has totally failed a second time and the dealer has refused to perform the repair under warranty. I have researched the problem and found that this is a well known defect with the sprinter that is not being addressed by dealers or the manufacturer. This is the most unreliable and unsafe vehicle I have ever owned or driven. I have had to pull over to the side, unable to get to a turnout, and still partially blocking an active lane of high speed traffic. The vehicles should be recalled and properly repaired, or the manufacturer should buy them back if they are not repairable.

Filed Mar 11, 2011 · Engine · 72,911 miles · VA

My 2006 dodge sprinter 3500 has just been diagnosed with the turbo resonator failure that was expected. It was expected be because it has now happened to all the sprinters I own. The vehicle suffers a dramatic loss of power and speed with no warning. I have almost been hit from behind when the van is on an upgrade and suddenly loses power and speed. This problem has been around as long as the sprinter has been out and nothing is being done about it. It is a danger to public and an extremely expensive repair to make. As far I am concerned, it a failure of the government to force the manufacturer to fix the problem and reimburse the people who have paid for it in the past.