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2007 Freightliner Sprinter problems

The most common problem on the 2007 Freightliner Sprinter is airbags. Its complaint count is close to a typical Sprinter model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
4
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
3
Worst area
Airbags

The worst 2007 Freightliner Sprinter problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Airbags
    4

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  • Airbags
    4

Recalls 2

Equipment: appliance: air conditionerReported November 19, 2009 · 269 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Cues, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 service vehicles built on various chassis equipped with carrier airv ceiling units, model nos. 68rv0010ba, 68rv0012ca, and 68rv0010ea. The heater element in these assemblies may be defective which could cause the unit to create smoke or sparks.
Risk
This defect could result in a fire.
Remedy
Cues is working with carrier to remedy the affected vehicles. Repairs will be made by carrier free of charge. Please see carrier's defect report 09e-053. The safety recall began on january 5, 2010. Owners may contact carrier at 1‑877‑584‑7059 or cues at 1‑407‑849‑0190.

Recall number 09V456000 · Recall details

Air bags: side/windowReported June 7, 2007 · 21 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain trucks, the side window air bag module diffuser material may contain hairline cracks.
Risk
In the case of a crash with a trigger signal for the window bag module, it is possible that such a diffuser may crack at the beginning of the air bag activation increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the right, left, or both side window air bag modules. The recall began on july 16, 2007. Owners may contact dcc at 1‑843‑695‑5041.

Recall number 07V246000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2007 Freightliner Sprinter 3

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 2007 Freightliner Sprinter owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 8, 2018 · Airbags · TN

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 (na) freightliner sprinter. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v379000 (air bags) and 16v077000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Mercedes-benz in knoxville, tennessee was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. *tt

Filed Jul 6, 2017 · Airbags · KS

2007 freightliner van. Consumer writes in regards to dealership unable to repair driver side airbag recall notice. *ld updated 07/06/2017

Filed May 22, 2017 · Airbags · IN

2007 freightliner sprinter. Consumer writes in regards to takata airbag safety recall. *ld the consumer received 5 notices for parts being available for the recall repair the vehicle under recall. The consumer called to make an appointment to repair the vehicle, only to learn the only road trucks were being repaired the parts were not yet available for sprinters to be repaired.

Filed Apr 11, 2016 · Airbags · FL

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 freightliner sprinter. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number(s): 15v354000 (air bags) and 16v077000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

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Questions about the 2007 Freightliner Sprinter

Is the 2007 Freightliner Sprinter reliable?

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2007 Freightliner Sprinter, close to a typical Sprinter model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Freightliner Sprinter?

Airbags, with 4 complaints.

How many recalls does the 2007 Freightliner Sprinter have?

2 recalls, covering equipment and air bags.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Freightliner Sprinter airbags?

Yes, 1 recall: 07V246000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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