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NHTSA Recall 08V339000: Column (steering)

SPRINTER ENGINEERING & COMPLIANCE SUPPOR reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Dodge Sprinter 2500.

10
vehicles potentially affected
4
models affected
2009
owners notified (February 16)
NHTSA campaign08V339000
Manufacturer campaignH25
ComponentSTEERING › COLUMN
Report receivedJuly 24, 2008
Owner notificationFebruary 16, 2009
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Sprinter is recalling 10 my 2001-2006 dodge and freightliner 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The welding seam between the bracket and steering column of affected spare parts does not meet design specifications. The result of an out of specification welding seam is that the steering column may detach from its interior vehicle mounting bracket.

Safety risk

The operator may lose steering ability of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the steering columns free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before february 16, 2009. Owners may contact sprinter at 843-695-5057.

Notes

Chrysler's recall no. H25.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 08V339000

Make and modelModel years
Dodge Sprinter 25002001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Dodge Sprinter 35002001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Freightliner Sprinter 25002001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Freightliner Sprinter 35002001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.