Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
DODGE
Model Of Vehicle
SPRINTER 2500
Year
2002
Recall Campaign Number
09V418000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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 1-800-853-1403 Or Sprinter At 843-695-5031.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Sprinter Engineering & Compliance Suppor
Start Of Manufacture
20011001
End Of Manufacture
20030930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
14423
Date Owners Notified
20100604
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Daimlerchrysler Manufacturing Intl
Date Report Received
20091029
Make Campaign Number
2010040002