NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter Safety Ratings
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter scores 36 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Weak), 0 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter Passenger Van earns a "Weak" designation on the NHTSA Safety Index, with a score of 36 out of 100. This low rating is primarily driven by its 1-star rollover assessment and a significant number of untested crash protection categories. Despite these concerns, its federal defect record remains clean, with zero recalls and zero owner complaints filed to date.
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter Passenger Van received a 1-out-of-5-star rollover rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 36/100, based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 1 Vans from 2026 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter ranks 1 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 36 / 100 (Weak) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 1 stars |
| Rollover risk | 99% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 1 of 1 Vans tested for 2026 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter Passenger Van carries a 1-star rollover rating, paired with a 99 percent rollover risk. This specific 15-passenger configuration shows the most consequential safety data point available for this model year. Its overall NHTSA Safety Index is 36 out of 100, which is a weak score. NHTSA elected not to conduct overall, frontal, or side crash tests on this vehicle configuration. This decision results in a crash protection sub-score of 14 out of 70, reflecting a substantial absence of data rather than direct performance. The van's avoidance technology sub-score is 2 out of 10, consistent with its lack of forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems, though electronic stability control is standard. The defect record sub-score is a perfect 20 out of 20, with zero recalls and zero owner complaints logged for this model year.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter perform in crash tests?
The 2026 Sprinter carries an elevated rollover risk, with federal testing determining a 99 percent probability of rollover. This corresponds to a 1-out-of-5-star rating in that category. Dynamic tip testing did not, however, result in a tip. Other critical safety dimensions for the 2026 Sprinter remain unaddressed, as NHTSA has not published ratings for overall, frontal, or side crash protection.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21092
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter have any recalls?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter Passenger Van has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No park-outside advisory and no do-not-drive order have been issued for this model year. Because this is a current-model-year vehicle, shoppers should monitor NHTSA's recall database by VIN, as campaigns can be filed at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter?
NHTSA has received zero owner complaints for the 2026 Sprinter Passenger Van. No crash, fire, injury, or death allegations have been reported. There are no top complaint components to cite. This absence of reports reflects the vehicle's newness rather than any confirmed safety conclusion.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter?
No open recalls are currently associated with this model year. Recall campaigns can be filed after a model year launches, however. Shoppers should run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before finalizing a purchase to confirm no new campaigns have been issued.
- The 2026 Sprinter's rollover rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a 99 percent rollover risk probability, is the lowest possible NHTSA rollover score and is specific to this van body configuration.
- NHTSA has not conducted overall, frontal, or side crash tests on the 2026 model year, meaning the crash-protection sub-score of 14/70 reflects an absence of data rather than confirmed poor performance.
- Zero recalls and zero owner complaints contribute a perfect 20/20 defect-record sub-score for this model year, though the vehicle's newness limits how much weight that figure can carry.
- Neither forward collision warning nor lane departure warning is present on this 2026 configuration, which directly suppresses the avoidance-tech sub-score to 2 out of 10 despite electronic stability control being standard.
RANKINGSWhere the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter places
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter safety questions
Was the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 36 out of 100, placing it in the Weak band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter earned 1 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 99%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 21092), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz 2500 Sprinter 2026.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 1 of 1 in the Van class for 2026.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.