Dodge Recall 09V-418: Engine and engine cooling – exhaust system

Affected: 2002–2003 Dodge Sprinter 2500, 2002–2003 Dodge Sprinter 3500. Filed with NHTSA on October 29, 2009, covering about 14,423 vehicles.

The problem

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.

The risk

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.

The fix

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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign09V-418 (09V418000)
Manufacturer number2010040002
ManufacturerDAIMLERCHRYSLER MANUFACTURING INTL
ComponentEngine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
Report dateOctober 29, 2009
Owners notifiedJune 4, 2010
Vehicles affected14,423
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the engine & cooling

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 09V-418 repair free?

Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 14,423 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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.