NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 Safety Ratings
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 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 15-Passenger Van earns a Safety Index score of 42 out of 100, placing it in the Weak band. This rating is significantly influenced by a 1-star rollover rating and the absence of published NHTSA crash-test data for frontal and side impact categories. These untested areas and the rollover performance represent notable safety gaps for consumers to consider.
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 Passenger Van holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 42/100 and a 1-star NHTSA rollover rating, according to 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 15 ranks 4 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 | 4 of 4 Vans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15?
The 2022 model year represents a modest three-point climb in the NHTSA Safety Index, moving from 39/100 in 2021 to 42/100, yet both years sit firmly in the Weak band. The improvement is largely cosmetic given the structural weaknesses that persist. The defect record sub-score is the clear bright spot at 19.25 out of 20, a near-perfect figure anchored by the zero-recall outcome for this specific year. Avoidance technology contributes a solid 8.5 out of 10, reflecting standard forward collision warning and standard electronic stability control, though lane departure warning remains optional rather than standard, a meaningful distinction for a large passenger van. The crash-protection sub-score tells the harder story: 14 out of a possible 70 points, a consequence of NHTSA simply not having tested this van for frontal or side protection. The 1-star rollover rating with a 99 percent risk figure is the single completed crash-test result and it is severe. The 37 owner complaints, while unverified, show a concentration in electrical, engine, and active-safety system categories that warrants attention during any pre-purchase inspection.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Sprinter 2500 15 Passenger Van presents a significant rollover risk. In NHTSA's testing, the vehicle earned just 1 out of 5 stars in the rollover category, with a 99 percent chance of rollover. While dynamic tip testing resulted in a "No Tip" outcome, this is the only completed crash-test data point available. NHTSA has not rated this model for overall, frontal, or side crash protection.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16933
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 have any recalls?
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 Passenger Van carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. No park-outside or do-not-drive notices are associated with this model year. While a clean recall record is a positive data point, shoppers should still run a VIN check directly through NHTSA to confirm no campaigns have been added recently.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15?
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 in these unverified allegations are the Electrical System and Engine, each drawing 8 reports, followed by Forward Collision Avoidance with 7 and Vehicle Speed Control with 5.
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 15?
Any shopper considering this 4-year-old van in the used market should run the VIN through the NHTSA recall database before purchase to confirm the zero-recall status remains current and that any future campaigns have been remedied. Pay particular attention to the Forward Collision Avoidance and Lane Departure components flagged in owner complaints.
- The 2022 Sprinter 2500 15 Passenger Van received a 1-star rollover rating from NHTSA with a 99 percent rollover risk, the only completed crash-test result available for this model year.
- NHTSA recorded zero recall campaigns for this specific 2022 model year, contributing to a near-perfect defect-record sub-score of 19.25 out of 20 within the Safety Index.
- The Safety Index rose three points year-over-year from 39 in 2021 to 42 in 2022, but both scores fall in the Weak band, meaning the improvement did not change the fundamental safety standing.
- Owner complaints to NHTSA for this model year total 37 unverified reports, with Forward Collision Avoidance and Vehicle Speed Control among the top cited components, raising questions about active-safety system performance that prospective buyers should investigate.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 places
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 safety questions
Was the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15, 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 15 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 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 15 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 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 15?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 37 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15. 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 12 | 42/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16933), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 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 4 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.