Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Recall R/2008/136: Electronics May Not Be Fully Functional, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 19 Sep 2008
- Launched
- 11
- vehicles in the UK
- C161
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled Sprinter vehicles. The full functionality of the vehicles electronics which includes the safety systems cannot be guaranteed. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to re-perform the software (SCN) coding to the control unit. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The full functionality of the vehicles electronics which includes the safety systems cannot be guaranteed. This is a result of incorrect software being transmitted to a number of vehicles.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ELECTRONICS MAY NOT BE FULLY FUNCTIONAL Defect: The full functionality of the vehicles electronics which includes the safety systems cannot be guaranteed. This is a result of incorrect software being transmitted to a number of vehicles. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to re-perform the software (SCN) coding to the control unit.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: electronics may not be fully functional.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to re-perform the software (SCN) coding to the control unit. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Sprinter may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 11 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mercedes-Benz.
- Book with any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer, quoting the campaign code C161 or the DVSA reference R/2008/136. See how to get a Mercedes-Benz recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| SprinterWeld seam on rear axle brake mounting flange | Urgent | R/2025/428 | |
| Sprinter, Sprinter 906On affected vehicles the fuel filter heater may be deactivated. If this happens a fuel gelling may occur at low temperatures and an unexpected loss of propulsion cannot be ruled out | Urgent | R/2023/348 | |
| SprinterMercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain Sprinter 907 910 model vehicles the software of the instrument cluster control unit does not correspond with the latest series production configuration | Low | R/2023/119 | |
| SprinterThe engagement hooks of the cable duct of the starter-generator wiring harnessmay not be fully latched in the battery case | Book soon | R/2021/420 | |
| SprinterThe actual installation condition of the communication module and its correct commissioning cannot be traced due to an error in production | Low | R/2021/419 |
This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2008/131 on 30 Jun 2008, for increased brake pedal travel. The one launched after it was R/2008/143 on 7 Oct 2008, for fuel may leak. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall, all recalls launched in 2008 and software recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2008/136, launched 19 September 2008. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.