Flatline Van Co Sprinter Rear Ladder and Tire Carrier

The Flatline Van Co Sprinter Rear Ladder and Tire Carrier is a 2-in-1 rear-door accessory for 2019 and newer Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500/2500 vans, combining a fixed roof-access ladder and a locking spare tire carrier on a single powder-coated 1.75-inch aluminum tube frame. It mounts to the driver-side 180-degree rear door hinges and fits all wheelbases (144-inch, 170-inch, and 170-inch EXT) in both Low Roof and High Roof configurations. Two variants are available: the standard unit and a version that includes replacement 180-degree hinges for vans originally equipped with 270-degree hinges.

One Mount, Two Jobs

Combining the ladder and tire carrier on a single driver-side mount means the passenger-side rear door stays completely clear for other accessories (a rear door gear platform, for example) rather than being consumed by a second bracket. It also means one set of hardware to install and one frame contributing to total van weight instead of two. For a build where every pound and every inch of door real estate matters, consolidating these two functions is a practical advantage rather than a marketing claim.

Dual-Shock Silicone Dampener

The third mounting point on the rear door uses a dual-shock silicone dampener designed to absorb impact in both directions: the closing force of the door and the bounce-back momentum from the added weight of a mounted spare tire. Without this, repeated door closures can transfer stress directly to the van's body panel at the mounting point. The dampener addresses that by cushioning each cycle, which matters over the lifetime of a build that opens and closes the rear door daily.

Traction Where It Counts

The ladder rungs incorporate formed dimple cutouts, and each step uses a machined aluminum footpeg rather than a plain tube. Both features increase grip when climbing onto the roof in conditions where hands and boots may be wet or muddy, the conditions where a smooth rung is most likely to cause a slip. The stainless steel wheel mount and zinc yellow wheel studs (14x1.5, 65mm length, 10.9 grade hardness) resist corrosion from road salt and weather exposure. Locking lug nuts and a lug nut key are included, and an adjustable lock rod accommodates different wheel sizes and is compatible with a traditional hitch lock for added security.

Features

• Powder-coated aluminum frame: 1.75-inch tube construction, lightweight and corrosion-resistant.
• Stainless steel wheel mount: with 14x1.5 zinc yellow wheel studs, 65mm length, 10.9 grade hardness (accepts up to a 15mm spacer).
• Locking lug nuts and lug nut key: included for spare tire security.
• Adjustable lock rod: accommodates different wheel sizes; compatible with a traditional hitch lock.
• Dual-shock silicone dampener: at the third door mounting point, absorbs impact in both directions.
• Machined aluminum footpegs and dimpled rungs: for improved grip when climbing.

Specifications

Who This Is For and Isn't

This ladder and tire carrier suits Sprinter 1500/2500 van builders (2019 and newer, on any wheelbase, in Low or High Roof) who want roof access and spare tire storage consolidated on the driver-side rear door without occupying the passenger-side door. It is equally suited to vans with 270-degree hinges when the +180 Hinges variant is selected, since the replacement hinges needed for installation are included in that option.

This product does not fit the Sprinter 3500 Dually without sourcing additional parts from Mercedes-Benz. It is not designed for pre-2019 Sprinter vans, and it mounts exclusively to the driver-side door. It is not a passenger-side or symmetrical installation. Tires wider than 275/70R17, while physically compatible with the carrier up to 285 width, may intermittently activate the van's rear parking assist sensors in the rear light assembly.

Common Questions

Which Sprinter models and years does this fit?

The Flatline Van Co Sprinter Rear Ladder and Tire Carrier fits 2019 and newer Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 and 2500 vans across three wheelbases: 144-inch, 170-inch, and 170-inch Extended, in both Low Roof and High Roof configurations. It is not compatible with the Sprinter 3500 Dually without additional parts sourced from Mercedes-Benz.

My van has 270-degree rear door hinges. Can I still install this?

Yes. The ladder and tire carrier requires 180-degree rear door hinges to install. If the van came with 270-degree hinges, selecting the variant that includes 180-degree hinges provides the replacement hinges needed to complete the swap before mounting the carrier. No additional hinge hardware needs to be sourced separately when that variant is chosen.

What is the maximum tire size the carrier will hold?

The Sprinter Rear Ladder and Tire Carrier accepts all tire sizes up to 285 width without any modifications. Tires wider than 275/70R17 are physically compatible with the carrier but may occasionally activate the van's rear parking assist sensors located in the rear light assembly. Buyers planning to mount a tire wider than 275/70R17 should account for this before installation.

What hardware and accessories are included?

Both variants include locking lug nuts, a lug nut key, an adjustable lock rod compatible with a traditional hitch lock, and the dual-shock silicone dampener. The 14x1.5 zinc yellow wheel studs (65mm length, 10.9 grade hardness) are part of the stainless steel wheel mount assembly. The +180 Hinges variant additionally includes the replacement 180-degree door hinges required for vans originally equipped with 270-degree hinges.

How does the silicone dampener protect the van's body?

The dual-shock silicone dampener sits at the third mounting point on the rear door and absorbs impact energy in both directions: the closing force of the door and the bounce-back momentum from the weight of a mounted spare tire. This prevents repeated stress from transferring directly to the van's body panel at that contact point over the life of the build.

Does mounting the carrier affect the passenger-side rear door?

The Sprinter Rear Ladder and Tire Carrier mounts exclusively to the driver-side rear door hinges and does not attach to or interfere with the passenger-side door. The passenger side remains fully open for other rear door accessories, such as a gear platform or storage panel.