New Mercedes Sprinter Turbo – Ref. 10009880074

Diagnose before replacing the turbo on your Mercedes Sprinter

Before any replacement, it is essential to confirm that the turbo is genuinely at fault on your Sprinter. Checking the boost pressure, visually inspecting the intake hoses for oil traces, checking the turbo shaft play (axial and radial) and reading any fault codes related to boost pressure will help rule out other causes (cracked hose, faulty pressure sensor, blocked EGR valve). On Sprinters fitted with a sequential twin-turbo, you should also check that the control solenoid valves are functioning correctly before concluding that there is a mechanical fault with the turbo itself.

New Turbo for Mercedes Sprinter CDI 2.1

This new turbo is offered for Mercedes Sprinter models fitted with the CDI 2.1 diesel engine, identified under engine code OM651, with an engine capacity of 2143 cm³. This turbo is designed to restore the performance and reliability expected from this light commercial vehicle, which is frequently used in demanding conditions (delivery, load carrying, long-distance driving).

Compatibility with your Sprinter

This new turbo is compatible with reference 10009880074 and its equivalents listed on this page. Before placing an order, we recommend checking the exact reference printed on your old turbo or on your vehicle registration document, as certain Sprinter variants may use different turbos depending on power output and year of manufacture.

Exchange and warranty for your Sprinter

This new turbo is sold on an exchange basis: in accordance with our Terms and Conditions, return of your old turbo is required, but it is only collected after the new turbo has been delivered and fitted, so your Sprinter is not left off the road. It comes with a 12-month parts warranty, subject to fitting being carried out by a qualified professional. Payment can be spread over multiple instalments, in up to 10 instalments.

Causes of failure and fitting advice for the Sprinter CDI 2.1

On the OM651 engine, premature turbo failure is most commonly caused by insufficient lubrication due to incorrect oil grade or missed oil changes, a clogged air filter, or a leak at the intercooler allowing contaminants through. Running the engine hard from cold, without a warm-up period, also accelerates bearing wear.

• Check and clean the oil circuit and oil strainer before fitting
• Check the condition of the intake hoses and air intake
• Replace the air filter and inspect the intercooler
• Prime the turbo with oil before first start-up to ensure immediate lubrication
• Allow the engine to idle for a few moments after fitting before putting it under load