Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 Sprinter 3500.
The 2021 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 is a heavy-duty full-size van platform engineered for commercial duty, and its powertrain maintenance profile hints at a substantial engine beneath the hood — the 13.2-quart oil capacity is well above what lighter-duty vans require, while the approved viscosity range of 0W-20, 0W-30, or 0W-40 reflects Mercedes' accommodation of varying climate and operating conditions. Within the Sprinter's broader complaint history spanning 2007 through 2022, the 2021 model year lands in the latter portion of the tracked range, several years past the 2016 peak of 61 complaints and far removed from the low-water mark of a single complaint in 2008. That positioning suggests the 2021 benefits from cumulative refinements made after the model's most problematic year, placing it in a period where reported issues had generally subsided — a reassuring sign for a buyer weighing long-term ownership costs, though the data alone can't confirm whether that trend reflects genuine improvement or simply fewer of these vans reaching the age where complaints typically surface.
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 0199971845 |
| Engine air filter | 0000903751 |
| Fuel filter | 6510903600 alt 6420906352 |
| Battery | 0019828208 |
| Front wiper blades | 9108240000 alt 9108240100 |
| Thermostat | 6422002015 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 233.5 in |
| Overall width | 79.5 in |
| Overall height | 109.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 144.1 in |
| Curb weight | 5556 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 66.5 / 60.6 in |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 13.2 qt of 0W-20 / 0W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil, MB Sheet 235.8 in the differential. Torque the oil drain plug to Use a new seal: 22.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is Diesel: 1-4-2-5-3-6.
| Differential Gear Oil | MB Sheet 235.8 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 13.2 qt |
| Transfer Case Fluid | Mercedes Benz P/N A 0019894503 |
| Transfer Case Fluid Capacity | 1.05 qt |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | Use a new seal: 22.0 ft-lbs |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs | 14.0 ft-lbs |
| Differential Fill Plug | Final Drive: Front: 37.0, Rear: NS ft-lbs |
| Differential drain Plug | Front: 37.0 |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | 30.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | 30.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | Diesel: 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| 1 | Bolts 1-8 | 7 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90° | 33 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 16 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Metris, and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt assemblies. The seat belt automatic… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 21, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA's…
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. A cable duct may drop out of place due to unlatched engagement hooks inside the battery case. This may cause the starter-generator… Remedy: Dealers will replace the engagement hooks on the affected cable duct with expanding rivets, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA's…
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13.2 qt of 0W-20, 0W-30, 0W-40; Above 23°F: 20W-40, 20W-50; Above 5°F: 15W-30, 15W-40, 15W-50; Above -4°F: 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 10W-60; Above -13°F: 5W-30, 5W-40, 5W-50. Oil meeting MB Sheet: 228.51, 229.31, 229.51 or 229.52, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 16 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.