Most common 2001 Dodge Sprinter 2500 problems
Share of the 1 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Dodge Sprinter 2500 complaints by model year
Best Sprinter 2500 years: 2002, 2001, 2003. Years to avoid: 2008, 2006, 2007, 2005. Compare all years →
2001 Dodge Sprinter 2500 recalls (2)
Steering › Column
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.
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.
Interior lighting
On certain trucks equipped with rear air conditioning system, the interior lamp is equipped with an 18w lamp and a scattering lens. In extremely hot and humid conditions, the combination of heat and humidity, and the heat from the lamp due to extreme long term operation, can distort the scattering lens.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear interior lamps free of charge with a modified version which is not subject to the impacts of heat and humidity. The recall began on December 17, 2007.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2001 Dodge Sprinter 2500 a good car?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the 2001 Sprinter 2500 rates better than average: 70% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Sprinter 2500 at the same age. It is one of the best Sprinter 2500 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Dodge Sprinter 2500?
The engine & cooling — 1 complaint, 100% of all complaints for this model year, most often about cooling system.
How many recalls does the 2001 Dodge Sprinter 2500 have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2001 Dodge Sprinter 2500, the most recent from July 24, 2008 (column). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Dodge Sprinter 2500?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2002, 2001 and 2003. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2008, 2006, 2007 and 2005. See the full Dodge Sprinter 2500 years comparison.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.