This is a mercedes sprinter with a freightliner name plate. On several occasions the van will not start. This is not a uncommon problem for this sprinter . It is the topic of many internet chat boards. I have taken it to a sprinter dealer and they can't find the problem but it continues to intermittently not start. I believe mercedes knows about the problem but refuses to acknowledge it.
The worst 2008 Leisure Free Spirit LSS problems
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Exterior lighting: tail lights
- What is wrong
- Leisure travel vans is recalling certain model year 2008 free spirit travel vans manufactured between may 2007 and december 2008. The spare tire carrier and spare tire cover obstruct the visibility of the rear driver's side tail lamp, turn signal, and stop lamp. These vans fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
- Risk
- An obstructed tail lamp, turn signal, and/or stop lamp would decrease visibility of the vehicle and a crash could occur.
- Remedy
- Leisure travel vans will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on september 4, 2009. Owners may contact leisure travel vans at 1‑204‑325‑4361.
Recall number 09V314000 · Recall details
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Is the 2008 Leisure Free Spirit LSS reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2008 Leisure Free Spirit LSS, close to a typical Free Spirit LSS model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Leisure Free Spirit LSS?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2008 Leisure Free Spirit LSS have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
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