Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2003 Dodge Sprinter, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Tires7
- Engine and engine cooling3
- Power train2
- Electrical system2
- Vehicle speed control1
- Service brakes, hydraulic1
- Visibility1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2003 Dodge Sprinter failed the safety check 0.68% of the time — 68% less often than the average 2003 passenger car (2.11%). Median odometer at inspection: 185,804 miles.
294first inspections
0.68%failed on safety
185,804 mimedian odometer
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Recalls in Canada
1 Transport Canada recall for the 2003 Dodge Sprinter.
| 2016625 14 Dec 2016 | Brakes Certain vehicles equipped with an anti-lock brake system (ABS) and without electronic stability control (ESC) may not comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Safety St… |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
No recall campaigns cover the 2003 Dodge Sprinter.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Dodge told its dealers about the 2003 Dodge Sprinter: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 10229256 | 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. |
| 10229181 | Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine. |
| 10223854 | Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Clean the oil pan T-joints.~ 2. Fill the T-joint between the pan rail/gear housing and pan rail/rear seal retainer with sealant. Use Mopar Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or equivalent. 3. Apply a 2-mm [0.063-in] bead of Mopar Engine Sealant RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive, to the oil pan flange.~ 4. The four piece gasket will need to be assembled to make |
| 10223602 | Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine. |
| 10221686 | 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. |
| 10220995 | Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator only used on Auto-RWD transmission Note: The color of the insulator is not relevant for service. |
| 10220101 | 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. |
| 10220099 | 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. |
| 10220097 | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. |
| 10191460 | Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. |
| 10175743 | Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 |
| 10175735 | 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. |
| 10169249 | 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. |
| 10169247 | 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. |
| 10169245 | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. |
| 10129008 | 82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glu |
| 10021669 | REAR AXLE REPAIR VS. REPLACE PROCEDURE CHANGE. *KB |
| 10020083 | NEW CRANKSHAFT AND CENTER BOLT DESIGN. *TT |
| 10019542 | CRANKSHAFT REPLACEMENT POLICY CHANGE AND MAIN BEARING PART NUMBER INFORMATION. *TT |
| 10016603 | AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT |
| 10013678 | COMMON RAIL FUEL INJECTION DIAGNOSIS. 2001-2002 DODGE SPRINTER. *SC |
| 10013676 | AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTING CONCERNS. 2001-2005 DODGE SPRINTER. *SC |
| 10012243 | THE MAINTENANCE LOGBOOK DOES NOT CONTAIN THE RECOMMENDED DOT 4 BRAKE FLUID CHANGE INTERVAL FOR COMMERCIAL VEHICLE APPLICATIONS. CUSTOMER SATISFICATION NOTIFICATION D56. MAINTENANCE LOGBOOK ADDENDUM / BRAKE FLUID. *TT |
| 10007924 | RINGING SOUND COMING FROM PROPELLER SHAFT WHEN TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTED FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE OR REVERSE TO DRIVE. *TT |
| 10006444 | COMMON RAIL FUEL INJECTION DIAGNOSIS. *TT |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
PE04066 · Tiresopened 21 Sept 2004 · closed 2 Feb 2005
TIRE VALVE FAILURE
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation