2005 Dodge Sprinter
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Dodge Sprinter is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 46 on record.
2005 Dodge Sprinter at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2005 Dodge Sprinter recalls 2
SUNSET VANS IS RECALLING 169 MY 2005-2007 ECONOLINE, G SERIES AND SPRINTER TRUCKS BUILT ON DODGE, FORD AND CHEVROLET CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE LIFTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 403, "PLATFORM LIFT SYSTEM ACCESSIBLE FOR MOTOR VEHICLES." THE ANTI-STOW INTERLOCK MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID …
Fix: SUNSET VANS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E097). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR SUNSET VANS AT 1-888-280-8267.
SUNSET VANS IS RECALLING 267 MY 2005-2007 ECONOLINE, G SERIES AND SPRINTER TRUCKS BUILT ON DODGE, FORD AND CHEVROLET CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 404, "PLATFORM LIFT INSTALLATIONS IN MOTOR VEHICLES." THE THRESHOLD WARNING SYSTEM MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY A…
Fix: SUNSET VANS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E095). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR SUNSET VANS AT 1-888-280-8267.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2005 Dodge Sprinter — ranges cover the 13 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 5
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.
REAR AXLE REPAIR VS. REPLACE PROCEDURE CHANGE. *KB
Bulletin 0711 · Suspension · May 2007BIO-DIESEL B5 FUEL. *KB
Bulletin 1400107 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 2007POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB
Bulletin 0803006 · Power Train · Aug 2006CRANKSHAFT REPLACEMENT POLICY CHANGE AND MAIN BEARING PART NUMBER INFORMATION. *TT
Bulletin 0900306 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Feb 2006MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION DUE TO INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR. *TT
Bulletin 06001 · Electrical System · Jan 2006Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the SPRINTER. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 2
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2005 Dodge Sprinter. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Brakes
Certain vehicles equipped with an anti-lock brake system (ABS) and without electronic stability control (ESC) may not comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 105 - Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems. The brake system indicator tell-tale may not illuminate during the lamp function check when the ignition is initially turned to the “ON” (run) position, which is…
Transport Canada #2016625 · Dec 2016Wheels
On certain vehicle equipped with 16 inch tires and operated in hot ambient conditions, the rubber and metal portions of the valve stem may experience separation or cracking. This condition may lead to loss of air pressure at the valve stem and subsequent rapid loss of pressure in the tire that could result in a loss of vehicle directional control with minimal advance warning. C…
Transport Canada #2005018 · Jan 2005Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Dodge Sprinter
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a light commercial vehicle (van) built by Mercedes-Benz Group AG of Stuttgart, Germany, as a large van, chassis cab, minibus, and pickup truck. In the past, the Sprinter had been sold under the Mercedes-Benz, Dodge, and Freightliner nameplates. In the U.S., it was built from complete knock down (CKD) kits by Freightliner. Re-badged and re-engined Sprinters were also sold by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles as the Volkswagen LT and the Volkswagen Crafter. They are now primarily marketed by Mercedes-Benz.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
2005 Dodge Sprinter vehicles on record
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2005 Dodge SprinterWD8PD744355820239
2005 Dodge SprinterWD2PD644955722921
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2005 Dodge SprinterWD8PD744555824552
2005 Dodge SprinterWD2PD744555732349
2005 Dodge SprinterWD2PD744655741853
2005 Dodge SprinterWD0PD144755822267
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2005 Dodge SprinterWD0PD544655806794
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2005 Dodge SprinterWD0PD744055835154
2005 Dodge SprinterWD0PD544455827935
2005 Dodge SprinterWD2PD744955765094
2005 Dodge SprinterWD0PD544655797238