2003 Dodge Sprinter problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Tires:valve (5) · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System (3) · Visibility:windshield (1)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (25)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Structure 2020-04-30 · 23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19
Equipment 2020-04-22 · 08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
charging system, battery diagnostic tools and warranty this information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
use of salvage/recycled parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
Showing the 6 most recent of 25 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2010-09-15 · Visibility:windshield“tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge sprinter 2500 equipped with a pgw windshield, tint-laminated, part number dw01488gbnn. the contact stated that the windshield was replaced because it was damaged by a stone. the contact stated that the windshield was distorted and difficult to see through. the contact called the company who installed the windshield…”
2010-08-27 · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System“tl* the contact owns a 2003 chrysler sprinter 2500. on july 29, 2010, the contact received the recall notice, nhtsa campaign id number: 09v418000 - component: engine and engine cooling:exhaust system. this recall was for an issue with corrosion on the intake manifold. when the contact received the recall notice he contacted the dealership in reg…”
2010-08-05 · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System“consumer writes regarding chrysler non-compliance with safety recall j32-dodge sprinter 03 manifold/egr *tgw the consumer stated he spent the past week in repeated unsuccessful efforts to arrange the necessary modifications without having to incur unreasonable expenses. the consumer believed chrysler was making a deliberate effort to evade the re…”
2010-05-04 · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System“2003 dodge sprinter. consumer states defective intake manifold. consumer states that a notice from chrysler regarding arrangements to repair the defect has not been received *tgw…”
2010-03-02 · Vehicle Speed Control · 50,000 mi“tl*the contact owns a 2003 dodge sprinter. the contact stated that the throttle pedal failed which made it impossible to accelerate. the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times and they could not find the failure. the manufacturer was called and stated that they were unable to repair the failure. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was …”
2007-09-22 · Tires:valve · 49,095 mi“i have had 3 valve stem failures where the stem goes into the rim in approx 6 weeks of time resulting in flat tires. last one was while parked but was rapid deflation told stems from the factory were not the correct stems. replaced by the dealer for free all stems. *jb…”
2007-08-24 · Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) · 108,356 mi“i purchased a 2003 dodge intrepid in november of 2005 and the car runs fine up until about a month and a half ago. the check engine light came on and the car would get stuck in one gear and my rpm would go up into the red line unless i pulled over and restarted the car. other times it would get stuck and then jerk into the next gear. then about fou…”
2005-10-11 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:rotor · 120,000 mi“- had brakes on 2003 dodge sprinter checked by local mechanic. said that there was about 40% brake pad left but the rotors where extremely worn. i am wondering if rotor life goes past the brake life and could be a danger. dealer said rotors are changed everytime with pad change! *nm…”
2005-05-22 · Electrical System:wiring:front Underhood · 190,000 mi“we operate 2 2003 dodge sprinter passenger vans in our airport shuttle business. on thursday, may 19th we had a vehicle just quit after start-up when the driver stepped on the gas. she re-started, drove a block, it quits again. we had 6 passengers onbaord to go to the airport. she could not make the vehicle run more than a few blocks and if she st…”
2005-03-03 · Tires:tread/Belt · 18,000 mi“while driving 55 mph front driver/rear passenger tire blew out. consumer pulled over and changed the tire. michelin , p275r16. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.