Sprinter willeasily see a lifespan of over 300,000miles. We leave ground connected by gas pedal. These complicated systems of the van are predominantly where the Mercedes Sprtiner problems come from. Sprinters Diesel Particular Filter (DPF) captures soot from the exhaust, so you do not see black smoke puffing out of the exhaust. For example, at 86F, DEF has a shelf life of a year. Huge craters. Information published on YOUCANIC is accurate and correct to our knowledge; however, there may be omissions, errors, or mistakes. My original motorhome, the one I mentioned, averaged over 15 mpg, and that was towing a Mini Cooper. Threads 579 Messages 4.9K. Was on the lot for 300+ days. Please let me know if anyone else has struggled with this same issue. The timing and duration of glowplug duty are determined and commanded by a glow plug controller /timer. I finally phoned the Technical Dept of the DEF Manufacturer that was listed on my DEF container. We have a 2018 Thor Citation on a Sprinter chassis and our battery went dead after two weeks of sitting. Why Limp Mode is activated and engine lights come on? If that's not the cause it could be a faulty sensor, and it might need replacing. And if you're a newbie looking for general Sprinter information, well worth it." * All prices are subject to change without notice. Locate the positive (red) and negative (black) cables on your dead car's battery. Exhaust leaks from the flex pipe can melt wiring nearby, causing the engine to shut off, not restart, and start the counter. Repairs and regular maintenance cost me about 12 per mile for repairs. If any of these parts fails prepare to pay as little as $600 for a N0x sensor (there are two), or approximately $800-$1000 for an EGR valve, to a couple of thousand for a SCR catalytic converter (there are two) or a particulate filter (thankfully only one). This article is being written to warn potential buyers of this vehicle of the fatal flaw hidden in each of these vehicles. John R - North Bay, ON, "Definitely a worthwhile read for anyone considering a Sprinter conversion. John Bendit - Portland, OR, "Seeing all the bits and pieces tied together is really helpful. My 2008 Rust Bucket Sprinter with 266,000 miles has been a money pit even though I do most of the light work myself. Can't expect more than four years or so on a battery. The Diesel Particulate Filter created to catch particles from the exhaust to prevent the appearance of harmful substances and thereby protect the environment. Select Accept to consent or Reject to decline non-essential cookies for this use. If you are traveling via recreational vehicle, you can set your own schedule and save tons of money on airfare and lodging. Stay away from Sprinters. Sourcing Mercedes-Benz parts is a potentially tricky task, and even if you find them, buying the needed auto parts gets expensive. Forums. More A Limp Mode is a safety feature in Sprinter that protects the engine from damage. Further, finding one while on the road may be difficult, depending on location of break down. All rights reserved. Over the winter I connect a Battery Tender Jr. to both house and chassis batteries to keep them charged. Over the past 7 years I have owned a total of 47 Sprinters. Testimonials Also, sometimes the stubborn plugs will break off in the cylinder head. Required fields are marked *, document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "ac7f2eca0b83d5bfef621140303e2907" );document.getElementById("f9c35d78d0").setAttribute( "id", "comment" );Comment *. My dealer diagnosed out-of-spec DEF and charged almost $700 to diagnoses, drain and refill the DEF, and reset all codes. Can your business afford such an expense? I was told that MB Germany was aware of the problem on Sprinters and are working on solution. Yesterday I took my Era out for a spin after being parked for 7 weeks. An additional cause of the "clogs" problem may be a defective temp sensor, or EGR, or any problems that maintain DPF from doing regeneration. The specs for the Sprinter are 79.1 inches inside height, whereas the ProMaster is 76.8 inches inside. The car is now in its third generation and was introduced in 2019. The definition of the process provided by the publication is invaluable." 2016-2022 YOUCANIC, a Bohotina LLC Company. Get Help, Terms & Conditions how to replace the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter AdBlue heater. Join the #1 RV Forum Today - It's Totally Free! I spoke to MB the best I could (not to be a huge pain in their ass and make big fusses but spoke with huge concern about it and gave them opportunity to make me happy) to get them to fix it for good. The exchanging cost of DEF heater $1,500. Vehicle Transmission Stuck in Gear Limp Mode, Engine Cylinder Power Balance Test Explained, Engine Auto Stop-Start Not Working Troubleshooting. But when it reaches 0, your Sprinter will be impossible to start. These vehicles performed admirably, providing us with lifetime expected mileages of 500,000 and more. Before a technician can begin working on its diesel engine, he or she must have special training on how it differs from gas powered engines. Lublabs: Took your advise. This burn happens while you drive for longer distances on the highway speed in Particulate Filter. This affects approximately 9,000 vehicles from the 2019 to 2020 model years, which is why Mercedes-Benz issued the recall. Attach the other red cable to the other vehicle's positive terminal and connect one of the black clips to the other vehicle's negative terminal. I own an expedited trucking company and keep detailed maintenance and repair records on every vehicle. Blog Entries: 1. Drive around the block for five to ten minutes to help the battery recharge. One of the most frequent hose to crack is actually the driver's side intercooler to intake hose although both of these hoses are definitely experiencing this breakdown. Contact Us Just a "heads up!" A Limp Mode is a safety feature in Sprinter that protects the engine from damage. // --> document.write(':info'); A little place called Rutledge. 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 170" WB Crew 3dr Van 4WD w/High Roof (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 7A) 20 of 20 people found this review helpful This poor excuse for a vehicle is, once again, in the . Glow plugs replacement. Thats a sure way to find yourself stranded and have your adventure grind to a screeching halt.If you are looking for an independent Mercedes-Benz Sprinter specialist in Dallas Retrieve a pair of jumper cables. The AdBlue tank has a heater to keep the DEF from freezing. There are only 11 complaints for the Sprinter van total. Whilst it is the most reliable van on the market, the common Mercedes Sprinter problems involve the following minor issues: Broken Flex Pipe - This can result in engine shutdown due to the exhaust leak melting the flex pipe wiring. #ThorMotorCoach #TiburonRVWho's ready for the 2022 model year? Yes, even the outside. So it will be a clogging filter as well as interrupting the flow of exhaust, at that point clogs limits exhaust flow and blocks it, so van needs manual regeneration. On the 2010+ this is part of the DPF/ Cat assembly. Wake up Mercedes Benz! Willing to purchase a used Sprinter Van? Content is for informational purposes only. There's a very huge number of Sprinter based RVs that have not had any emission's control problems. DMCA In the beginning, the very small crack split might create} an "occasional" limp home mode issue and after that apparently go back to normal mode. Some key lock cylinders have different layouts (bolt in place, the key to run position, and locking tabs configurations vary). What's new. You can decorate it to your liking and equip it with your prized possessions. This can affect anySprinters from 2010+. On Page 119 of the Sprinter Owners manual, there is a picture of the disconnect. It has very specific oil requirements that even Mercedes dealers don't know. According to RVtravel, one customer complained that her Sprinter-based RV was plagued with check engine light trouble after a Mercedes dealership installed the necessary fix for the emission issue. Do not let the count down go to 0, otherwise you will have to tow your Sprinter to the dealer (for factory reset) where you will pay several thousand $. As enthusiastic Sprinter owners take to their vehicles to discover the country, they often find themselves facing sticker shock when its time to have their Sprinter serviced. There's apparently a problem with the electric parking brakes on the Mercedes Benz Sprinter, as well as the Freightliner Sprinter vans. Compared with the old V-6, its . A dealership can do the work, but it will cost you a lot. I can assure you that mine cannot. Heed the experts pre-winter car care tips so you can avoid the danger and inconvenience of becoming stranded on Texas slick winter roads. Hi problem with 2016 mercedes sprinter it starts but will not run and it DEF sign on and it's start idle. In short, there are a variety of reasons why a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will not start. Her warranty covered repairs on the two Mercedes Sprinters that she has lived in because she invested in extra coverage. Once the exhausted fumes and particles have passed through this area they are passed through a particulate filter. If you are not comfortable performing these steps, please visit your local certified Mercedes-Benz technician/dealership. Unfortunately, there is no shortage of stories of unsuspecting Sprinter owners gladly purchasing this fine vehicle from a recreational vehicle dealer only to find themselves abandoned by the dealer after they buy their rig. They are trying to say it's from the rock chips, if that was the case then why isn't the rock chips on the hood doing the same thing? As a result, black tar and coal-like black material would accumulate over fuel injectors. Threads 894 Messages 28.7K.