2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: common problems and reliability

One of the better Sprinter years.

146 owner complaints, most about engine. No recalls.

Should I buy a 2023 Sprinter?

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has 146 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and power train.

Safety record for the 2023 model year

146
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
0
Crash reports
6
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles (US, public record).

The Year Score compares this year with other Sprinter years only. How we score it

Is 2023 a good year for the Sprinter?

Across the 8 Sprinter model years we track, complaint volume runs from 25 (2018) to 508 (2020). With 146 complaints, the 2023 Sprinter sits below the model's median of 258.

These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.

Where owners report problems

engine
38
power train
30
fuel/propulsion system
24
electrical system
18
steering
16

What owners say across generations

Sentiment is sharply divided by generation and use case.

Owner insights cover all generations of the Sprinter. See the full Sprinter owner picture and every model year.

Typical used price

Used Sprinter listings typically run $44,993–$51,874 across 2019 to 2026 model years.

Other Sprinter model years

Compare every Sprinter year side by side to see how 2023 ranks against the rest.

Compare the Sprinter against its rivals

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