2008 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 recall: springs
Sprinter Engineering & Compliance Suppor reported this safety recall on July 29, 2008. It covers about 246 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 246
- reported
- Jul 29, 2008
- owners notified
- Nov 3, 2008
- related complaints
- 2
Suspension: rear: springs
- What is wrong
- Sprinter is recalling 246 my 2008 dodge or freightliner 2500 trucks. The rear axle spring leaves were produced with an incorrect raw material. Therefore the leaves are thicker than the serial components.
- Risk
- The rear axle springs may fail earlier than designed increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rear axle springs free of charge. The recall began on november 3, 2008. Owners may contact sprinter at 1‑843‑695‑5000.
Recall number 08V347000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about suspension problems.
Questions about recall 08V347000
Is there a recall on the 2008 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 springs?
Yes. Recall 08V347000, reported on July 29, 2008, covers about 246 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V347000?
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear axle springs free of charge. The recall began on november 3, 2008. Owners may contact sprinter at 1‑843‑695‑5000.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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