Mercedes-Benz

Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger (2019)

2019 · Van ยท 1 engine
Best Engine โŒ Avoid (1.0)
64 NHTSA Complaints
0 Recalls
4 Fire Reports
8 Crash Reports
View all 3 generations of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger → ๐Ÿ“‹ Inspection checklist

Engine Reliability Ratings

OM 642 with Brake Assist

3.0L 6-cyl
โŒ Avoid (1.0)
49 complaints 49.0 per year Diesel
3 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

steering
12
transmission
10
electrical
8
brakes
8
engine
6

Known Issues

Steering Issues (12 complaints)
Transmission Issues (10 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (8 complaints)
Show 3 additional engine variants with limited data
These engines appear in fewer than 10 owner complaints and aren't included in the main ratings above. Low counts can mean a genuinely clean record, but they can also reflect VIN-decode anomalies in NHTSA data. Treat as informational, not as a confident rating.

OM642

3.0L
โŒ Avoid (1.5)
9 complaints 9.0 per year Diesel
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

other
3
steering
3
electrical
2
interior
1
safety systems
1

Known Issues

Steering Issues (3 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (2 complaints)
Interior Issues (1 complaints)

M 274 with Brake Assist

2.0L 4-cyl
โœ… Recommended (3.5)
3 complaints 3.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
1
other
1
safety systems
1

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (1 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (1 complaints)

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger Unidentified Engine

โœ… Recommended (3.5)
3 complaints 3.0 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

transmission
2
brakes
1

Known Issues

Transmission Issues (2 complaints)
Brakes Issues (1 complaints)

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger regardless of engine variant.

Steering Issues (15 complaints)
steering critical
Transmission Issues (12 complaints)
transmission critical
Electrical System Issues (11 complaints)
electrical critical

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2019-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger problems?

The 2019-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger has accumulated 64 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Steering, Transmission, Electrical System. As with any used vehicle, an inspection before buying and a vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger engine is most reliable?

The 2019-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger was offered with 4 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 3.0L 6-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2019-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger a good used car?

The 2019-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger can be a sound used car depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 64 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2019-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger have?

The 2019-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger has 64 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2019-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger?

There are 0 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2019-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN โ€” check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger?

Before buying a used Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Steering, Transmission, Electrical System, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 64 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: moderate. Last updated: 2026-05-23.

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