Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 Sprinter 2500.
The 2014 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 is a full-size cargo and passenger van that has established itself as a benchmark in the commercial van segment. Its maintenance requirements include an engine oil capacity of 13.2 quarts with approved viscosities of 0W-30, 5W-30, or 0W-40. However, the 2014 model year represents a notable point in the Sprinter's reliability trajectory, as it recorded 38 total owner complaints—the highest of any model year covered between 2007 and 2025—with air bags identified as the primary complaint area and six recalls issued for this model year. When placed alongside years like 2007, which logged just one complaint, this complaint peak underscores the importance of examining model-year-specific data within the broader longitudinal record.
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 0199971845. 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 | 0199971845 alt 013997614564 |
| Engine air filter | 0000903751 |
| Fuel filter | 6420906352 alt 6420920201 |
| Battery | 0009823308 alt 0019828008 |
| Front wiper blades | 9068201000 |
| Thermostat | 651200320064 alt 6422002015 |
| Cabin air filter | 9068300218 alt 9068300318 |
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 13.2 qt of 0W-30 / 5W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 170-184 ft-lbs, 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.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 7.5-10.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 5W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-40 · 5W-50 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 13.2 qt |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 5W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-40 · 5W-50 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 13.2 qt |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 6.6 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 11.8 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 |
| Lug Nuts | 170-184 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 2.50 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 6.40 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Engine Compression | 333-435 psi |
| Engine Compression | 174-218 psi |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.118; Rear: 0.118 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.629 in / 1.102 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.629 in / 1.102 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 0.551 in / 0.984 in |
| Rotor Runout Limit | 0.0011 in |
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 |
| 1 | nut 6 | 11 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 2014 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 dominate in one area — the air bags, 15 of 38 reports (39%), well ahead of the next concern. That matters, because the air bags are also the target of recall 19V-004 on this vehicle — so the single most useful check before buying or servicing one is confirming it was actually performed. 1 of the reports describe a crash and 4 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the air bags 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 38 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Morgan Olson Corporation (Morgan Olson) is recalling certain model year 2014 Sprinter 2500 vehicles manufactured May 30, 2014, to August 1, 2014. The affected vehicles may have an aluminum document holder installed in… Remedy: Morgan Olson will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the document holder, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2014. Owners may contact Morgan Olson customer…
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…
Showing 5 of 142 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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13.2 qt of 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40, 5W-40 OR 5W-50, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.