Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 Sprinter 2500.
The 2015 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 is a full-size bus built on Mercedes-Benz's proven commercial van platform, powered by a turbodiesel engine that requires 12.1 quarts of oil with manufacturer-approved viscosities ranging from 0W-30 to 0W-40 depending on operating conditions. This model year arrived with 23 owner complaints filed—notably fewer than its 2014 predecessor, which holds the highest complaint count in the model's history at 38, though still elevated compared to the model's low point of just 1 complaint in 2007—with steering issues representing the most frequent concern. With 14 safety recalls issued for this model year, the 2015 Sprinter 2500 reflects a period of moderate reliability concerns within the 2007-2025 complaint spectrum, suggesting prospective buyers should factor in the vehicle's service record and any completed recall work when evaluating long-term ownership costs.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 850 CCA battery, OE oil filter 0199971745. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 0199971745 alt 0299975448 |
| Engine air filter | 0000903751 |
| Fuel filter | 6420920201 alt 6420906352 |
| Battery | 0019828208 |
| Front wiper blades | 9068201000 |
| Thermostat | 651200320064 alt 6422002015 |
| Cabin air filter | 9068300318 alt 9068300218 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 233.1 in |
| Overall width | 79.5 in |
| Overall height | 107.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 144.1 in |
| Curb weight | 5187 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 67.7 / 68.1 in |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 12.1 qt of 0W-30 / 5W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 22.1 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 10.8 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 5W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-40 · 5W-50 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 12.1 qt |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 5W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-40 · 5W-50 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 13.2 qt |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26.4 gallons |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 6.6 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 12 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 18.4 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 12.5 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 18.4 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 6.6 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 22.1 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 184.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.031 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 15.0-20.0 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Engine Compression | psi 333-435 / max variation 43 psi |
| Engine Compression | Diesel psi 392-464 / max variation 43 psi |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 25; Front: 25 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | 59 |
Prep If M12 bolts are longer than 227.50 mm the need to be replaced with new bolts. New M12 bolts have a length of 226.00 mm · Bolts 1-10
| 1 | 7.0 ft. lbs. | 7 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 37.0 ft. lbs. | 37 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 5 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 6 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 7 | Bolts 12and13 | 15 ft. lbs |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts lightly with specified motor oil. The length of new M12 cylinder head bolts are 205mm. if the length of the M12 bolts are greater than the maximum permissible dimension of 207mm, replace with new cylinder head bolts.
| 1 | Bolts 1-8 7.0 ft. lbs. | 7 ft. lbs |
| 2 | Bolts 1-8 | 44 ft. lbs |
| 3 | Bolt 11 | 15 ft. lbs |
| 4 | Bolts 1-8 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 5 | Bolts 1-8 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 6 | Bolts 1-8 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 7 | Bolt 11 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Owner complaints about the 2015 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 top in one area — the steering, 3 of 23 reports (13%), well ahead of the next concern. None of this vehicle's 11 recall campaigns target the steering, so those reports read as owner-reported wear-and-tear rather than an acknowledged defect. 1 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the steering pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.
All 23 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 11 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as… Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service…
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as… Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall is began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service…
Showing 5 of 141 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| LI14.20-N-073867 | 2026-06-15 | Power Train | Complaint Complaint A: The engine is jolting/bucking between 1700 and 1900 rpm. Complaint… |
| LI49.10-N-080528 | 2026-06-03 | Fuel/Propulsion System | OM642 DPF Filter Cracked or Broken Complaint Vehicle will not start or exhibits noisy… |
| LI4910-N-060969 | 2026-04-17 | Engine | Complaint Rattling noise from underneath the vehicle. Cause One or more of the following… |
| LI49-20-N-080376 | 2026-03-23 | Fuel/Propulsion System | The check engine light is illuminated, or the AdBlue warning is active, with recorded… |
| LI14.20-N-073867 | 2026-01-16 | Engine | EGR Valve Diagnosis & Cleaning (and EGR Cooler Cleaning) – OM642, Sprinter 906/907… |
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12.1 qt of All temperatures: 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 meeting MB specification sheet 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 or equivalent., per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 11 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.