Recall 09V-418
SPRINTER ENGINEERING & COMPLIANCE SUPPOR recalled the 2002 to 2003 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 1 other model: Engine and engine cooling (exhaust system).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 09V-418
- Reported
- October 29, 2009
- Vehicles affected
- 14,423 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Sprinter is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2003 vans sold as dodge and freightliner vehicles. The intake manifolds may have corroded. A chemical reaction involving sulfur in the diesel fuel that takes place under certain conditions can lead to the formation of sulfuric acid in the exhaust channel of the intake manifold.
The risk
Intake manifold corrosion may lead to an exhaust gas leak, damage to the fuel return line which could cause a fuel leak, and heat damage to the insulation at the front wall.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the intake manifold free of charge. Chrysler, llc is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. The recall began on june 4, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-[removed] or sprinter at [removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Sprinter safety recall no. 2010040002.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Sprinter 2500 2002 to 2003
- Dodge Sprinter 3500 2002 to 2003