NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Safety Ratings
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 scores 42 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Weak), 0 recalls, and 37 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger Van scored a 42/100 Safety Index, placing it in the Weak band. Its most significant documented safety limitation is a single-star rollover rating. This result, combined with a largely untested crash profile, presents genuine concerns for prospective buyers. The absence of recalls is a positive outlier in its safety data, yet the sparse crash-test results and poor rollover performance warrant careful consideration.
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger Van received a NHTSA Safety Index of 42 out of 100 and a 1-out-of-5-star NHTSA rollover rating, based on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 4 Vans from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 ranks 3 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 42 / 100 (Weak) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 1 stars |
| Rollover risk | 99% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 37 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 3 of 4 Vans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12?
For the 2022 Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger Van, the single published crash-test result from NHTSA is a 1 out of 5 stars for rollover protection. This rating comes with a high calculated rollover risk of 99 percent. Given the vehicle's capacity, this figure merits close consideration. The van's NHTSA Safety Index stands at 42 out of 100, placing it in the Weak band, though this is a modest increase from the 2021 model's 39. This improvement largely stems from a strong defect record, scoring 19.25 out of 20, which is supported by zero recall campaigns for the 2022 model year. Avoidance technology also contributes positively with 8.5 out of 10, recognizing standard forward collision warning and electronic stability control. However, lane departure warning is only an optional feature. The primary factor limiting the overall Safety Index is crash protection, which scores only 14 out of 70. This low score directly reflects NHTSA's decision not to rate this specific van for overall, frontal, or side protection. Further concern arises from the 37 unverified owner complaints. These complaints cluster around the electrical system, engine, and forward collision avoidance systems. Prospective buyers should be aware of these areas as NHTSA continues its investigations.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger Van scored the weakest possible rollover rating from NHTSA, earning 1 out of 5 stars. This single star translates to a 99 percent rollover risk, despite the dynamic tip test recording no tip. NHTSA did not publish ratings for overall, frontal, or side crash protection for this model year.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16955
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 have any recalls?
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger Van carries zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. While that is a clean record, shoppers should still run a VIN check directly through NHTSA to confirm no campaigns have been added after this data was compiled.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12?
Owners have filed 37 unverified complaints with NHTSA for this model year, including alleged reports of 1 crash and 1 injury. The most frequently cited components are Electrical System and Engine, each with 8 alleged reports, followed by Forward Collision Avoidance with 7 and Vehicle Speed Control with 5. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
37 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12?
For shoppers considering this 4-year-old van on the used market, run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database before purchase to confirm the zero-recall status remains current and that any future campaigns have been remedied. Pay particular attention to whether the optional lane departure warning system was included, as it affects the vehicle's active-safety profile.
- The 2022 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, the cleanest defect record in the recent Sprinter 2500 12 Passenger Van lineup and a key driver of its 19.25 out of 20 defect record subscore.
- NHTSA assigned this van a 1-out-of-5-star rollover rating with a 99 percent rollover risk, making it the single most concerning data point in the 2022 safety profile.
- NHTSA did not conduct overall, frontal, or side crash tests on this model year, meaning the crash protection subscore of 14 out of 70 reflects an absence of tested data rather than a full set of poor results.
- Unverified owner complaints for this specific model year cluster around the electrical system, engine, and forward collision avoidance, with 37 total reports including 1 alleged crash and 1 alleged injury filed with NHTSA.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 places
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 safety questions
Was the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 42 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 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 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 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 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 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 37 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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Rivals in Van (2022)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Chevrolet Express | 67/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2022 GMC Savana | 65/100 | not rated | 2 |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 | 42/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16955), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 2022.
- 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 3 of 4 in the Van class for 2022.
- 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.