NHTSA Complaint #11685330 — 2020 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11685330
Vehicle	2020 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	May 23, 2025
Date Filed	September 5, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CO

Consumer Description

The Cooling fan behind the radiator also known as the clutch fan fell off the water pump. I realized it before it fell on the highway during rush hour and caused a major accident and engine failure. This is a very common problem and is all over the internet. In most cases it will take out the radiator, fan assembly, belts and hoses as reported by many on the internet when you google “MB sprinter clutch fan falls off”.

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