Hellwig 7254 1-1/2" Rear Sway Bar Kit 2008-2013 Dodge/Mercedes Sprinter 3500 DRW

Vehicle Fitment

• 2008-2009 Dodge Sprinter 3500 - Dual Rear Wheel (DRW / Dually), 2WD/4WD
• 2010-2013 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 - Dual Rear Wheel (DRW / Dually), 2WD/4WD

Fitment Notes

• This sway bar is designed for the NCV3-generation Sprinter 3500 Dual Rear Wheel (DRW / dually) configurations only - both the Dodge-badged (2008-2009) and Mercedes-Benz-badged (2010-2013) versions of the same NCV3 platform. The NCV3 Sprinter was sold under the Dodge name in 2007-2009 and transitioned to Mercedes-Benz branding in 2010. Hellwig's product page lists confirmed fitment from 2008 through 2013 per the product title and current fitment table.
• Some external sources list extended fitment through 2018 for the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 DRW. If your vehicle is a 2014-2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 DRW, contact Hellwig at 1-800-HELLWIG (435-5944) to confirm whether the 7254 is compatible before ordering.
• This sway bar is for DRW (dual rear wheel / dually) Sprinter 3500 configurations only. It is not designed for Sprinter 3500 SRW (single rear wheel) or Sprinter 2500 configurations. For Sprinter 2500 and 3500 SRW applications, Hellwig offers separate sway bar products.
• Reuses factory end links - unlike many sway bar kits, the 7254 does not include new end links. The installation retains and reuses the vehicle's factory-installed end links. Verify that your factory end links are in good condition before installation. If they are worn, cracked, or damaged, replace them before installing this sway bar.
• All other mounting hardware, polyurethane center bushings, and U-plate brackets are included. The kit can be installed with common hand tools at the vehicle's factory sway bar mounting locations without drilling.
• Popular with Class B+ motorhomes, camper vans, Airstream Interstate models, shuttle buses, and commercial cargo operators running the Sprinter 3500 DRW chassis who experience crosswind instability, body roll under load, and tail sway on the highway.

Features

• 1-1/2" (38mm) solid bar diameter - significantly larger and stiffer than the factory rear sway bar on the NCV3 Sprinter 3500 DRW, delivering substantially more torsional resistance to body roll and lateral sway under cornering, load, and crosswind conditions.
• Solid construction from heat-treated ASTM 4140 chromoly steel - tensile strength of 170,000 psi and superior torsional fatigue resistance compared to factory mild steel sway bars, engineered to withstand the demanding stress cycles of high-roof, high-payload Sprinter DRW operation.
• High-durometer polyurethane D-shaped bushings at the center axle mounting points - more resilient and compression-resistant than factory rubber bushings, maintaining precise bar positioning under sustained load and eliminating the gradual handling degradation that occurs as factory rubber bushings age and compress.
• Reuses factory end links - the 7254 mounts using the factory axle saddle points and retains the vehicle's OEM end links, simplifying installation and reducing hardware complexity compared to full-replacement kits. Factory end links should be inspected and replaced if worn before installing.
• Reduces side-to-side body roll in corners and during lane changes - critical for tall-roof Sprinter 3500 DRW applications including Airstream Interstate motorhomes, Class B+ coaches, and high-roof camper conversions where a high center of gravity and large frontal area amplify lateral weight transfer.
• Dramatically improves crosswind stability - reduces the side-load deflection and body lean caused by passing truck wake, bridge gusts, and lateral wind pressure that disproportionately affects tall-profile DRW Sprinter chassis vehicles.
• Improves steering feel and handling balance - reducing rear body roll creates a more neutral, predictable steering response and better distribution of cornering grip across all four wheels.
• Maintains everyday ride quality during straight-line driving - sway bars do not affect vertical spring rate, so the 7254 does not create a stiffer ride on normal highway travel when crosswind and cornering forces are not present.
• Bolt-on installation using factory mounting points and common hand tools - the 7254 replaces the factory rear sway bar directly using the factory axle saddle mounts. Vehicle weight must remain on the suspension throughout installation for proper bar alignment. No drilling required.
• Gray hammertone powder coat finish for corrosion resistance in the underbody environments encountered in year-round commercial, travel, and outdoor recreational operation of the Sprinter DRW chassis.
• Manufactured at Hellwig's ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified facility in Visalia, California - made in the USA since 1946, backed by Hellwig's Limited Lifetime Warranty against manufacturing defects.

Specifications

• Sway Bar Position: Rear
• Bar Diameter: 1-1/2 inches (38mm)
• Bar Type: Solid
• Bar Adjustability: Fixed
• Material: Heat-treated ASTM 4140 chromoly steel
• Tensile Strength: 170,000 psi
• Finish: Gray hammertone powder coat
• Bushings: High-durometer polyurethane D-shaped (included)
• End Links: Reuses factory end links (NOT included in kit)
• Hardware Included: Yes - complete kit minus end links (center bushings, U-plate brackets, all mounting hardware)
• Drilling Required: No
• Country of Manufacture: USA (Visalia, CA - ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 certified)
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime

Included Components

• 1x Solid 1-1/2" diameter heat-treated chromoly rear sway bar, gray hammertone powder coated
• 2x High-durometer polyurethane D-shaped center bushings
• 2x U-plate mounting brackets
• All associated bolts, nuts, and washers
• Installation instructions
• Note: Factory end links are retained and reused - end links are NOT included in this kit. Inspect factory end links before installation and replace if worn.

Product Description

The Hellwig 7254 is a 1-1/2" solid chromoly rear sway bar kit designed for the NCV3-generation Sprinter 3500 Dual Rear Wheel (DRW / dually) platform - covering the 2008-2009 Dodge Sprinter 3500 and 2010-2013 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 in all DRW configurations including 2WD and 4WD. The NCV3 Sprinter 3500 DRW chassis forms the foundation for many Airstream Interstate models, Class B+ motorhomes, Midwest Automotive Designs builds, high-spec camper vans, shuttle buses, and commercial cargo operators - all of which benefit significantly from improved rear roll stiffness over the factory sway bar. Owners who have installed the 7254 consistently report a transformation in highway crosswind stability, with the van feeling dramatically more planted and less susceptible to lateral displacement from passing trucks or gusty conditions.

The 7254 is manufactured from heat-treated ASTM 4140 chromoly steel with a 1-1/2" solid cross-section and 170,000 psi tensile strength - significantly stiffer than the factory bar. High-durometer polyurethane D-shaped bushings replace the factory center bushings at the axle saddle mounting points. One installation-specific detail distinguishes the 7254 from other Hellwig van sway bars: the kit reuses the factory end links rather than supplying new ones, so the factory end links must be in good condition before installation proceeds. All other mounting hardware is included. The installation itself is a bolt-on procedure using factory mounting locations that requires no drilling.

Before ordering, verify that your Sprinter 3500 is the DRW (dually / dual rear wheel) variant - the 7254 is not designed for SRW Sprinter 3500 or Sprinter 2500 configurations. Multiple external sources suggest fitment may extend beyond 2013 to the 2014-2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 DRW; however, Hellwig's product page currently lists confirmed fitment through 2013. If your vehicle is a 2014 or newer Sprinter 3500 DRW, contact Hellwig at 1-800-HELLWIG (435-5944) to confirm compatibility before purchasing. Manufactured at Hellwig's ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified facility in Visalia, California and backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty.