NHTSA vehicle safety data
2004 Freightliner Sprinter Recalls & Complaints
We couldn't confirm the NHTSA recall list for the 2004 Freightliner Sprinter right now, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 2 owner complaints are on file.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2004 Freightliner Sprinter.
2004 Freightliner Sprinter owner complaints
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Freightliner Sprinter, describing incidents dated July 29, 2009 to July 4, 2025.
Most-cited components
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Engine 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11676111 · Filed
See attached document for complaint.
ODI #10278738 · Filed
I OWN A 2004 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER WITH THE 2.7 DIESEL MOTOR. I HAVE HAD TWO FAILURES OF THE TURBO RESONATOR THAT IS A CHEAP PLASTIC PART THAT WILL FAIL REPEATEDLY CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO GO INTO "LIMP" MODE WITH LOSS OF POWER THAT IS VERY DANGEROUS. IT IS WELL KNOWN THAT MANY FAILURES OF THIS PART…
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2004 Freightliner Sprinter in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Preliminary Evaluation PE04-066: TIRE VALVE FAILURE
Closed February 2, 2005
Check your 2004 Freightliner Sprinter VIN
Not every recall applies to every VIN in a given year. Enter the 17-character VIN from your Freightliner Sprinter at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.
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