Mercedes-Benz Metris recalls and problems
31 recalls and 213 owner complaints for 9 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
31
Complaints
213
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
2
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Mercedes-Benz Metris by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Metris | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2022 Metris | 5 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 Metris | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 Metris | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 Metris | 12 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Metris | 10 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Metris | 14 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Metris | 13 | 127 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 Metris | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Mercedes-Benz Metris problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 45 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 42 | |
| Unknown or Other | 27 | |
| Engine | 23 | |
| Wheels | 21 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 21 | |
| Steering | 20 | |
| Electrical System | 17 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 | |
| Service Brakes | 7 |
All Mercedes-Benz Metris recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-070 | Feb 6, 2026 | 2020, 2022–2023 | Air Bags | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020 and 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris right-hand-drive vehicles. |
| 25V-463 | Jul 11, 2025 | 2020–2023 | Equipment, Back Over Prevention | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 23V-881 | Dec 21, 2023 | 2022–2023 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 23V-444 | Jun 26, 2023 | 2021–2023 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Sprinter and 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles. |
| 22V-482 | Jul 7, 2022 | 2016–2018 | Tires | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans. |
| 22V-360 | May 20, 2022 | 2019–2021 | Communication, Electrical System | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter, Mercedes-Benz Metris, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. |
| 22V-134 | Mar 8, 2022 | 2017–2022 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 22V-099 | Feb 22, 2022 | 2015–2018 | Back Over Prevention | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 22V-066 | Feb 8, 2022 | 2016–2021 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 21V-513 | Jul 7, 2021 | 2021 | Seat Belts | 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. |
| 21V-106 | Feb 23, 2021 | 2021 | Seats | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles equipped with an adjustable front passenger seat. |
| 21V-055 | Feb 5, 2021 | 2016–2020 | Electrical System | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Mercedes-Benz Metris and 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. |
| 20V-729 | Nov 24, 2020 | 2019–2020 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Metris right-hand drive vehicles. |
| 20V-340 | Jun 9, 2020 | 2019 | Air Bags, Power Train | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Metris vans [platform 447 (VS20)] with gasoline engines and automatic transmissions. |
| 19V-715 | Oct 8, 2019 | 2016–2020 | Electrical System | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 19V-693 | Oct 2, 2019 | 2018–2019 | Unknown or Other | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Sprinter and Metris vehicles. |
| 19V-666 | Sep 18, 2019 | 2019 | Seats | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Metris vehicles. |
| 19V-545 | Jul 24, 2019 | 2019 | Equipment | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 19V-489 | Jun 25, 2019 | 2018–2019 | Steering | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 19V-290 | Apr 10, 2019 | 2016–2017 | Steering | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Metris vehicles sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota… |
| 19V-222 | Mar 20, 2019 | 2018–2019 | Unknown or Other | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles. |
| 18V-837 | Nov 29, 2018 | 2016–2017 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 18V-497 | Jul 29, 2018 | 2017–2018 | Power Train | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 18V-335 | May 22, 2018 | 2015–2017 | Power Train | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 17V-651 | Oct 16, 2017 | 2017 | Suspension | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans. |
| 17V-595 | Sep 22, 2017 | 2015–2017 | Steering | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans. |
| 17V-272 | Apr 21, 2017 | 2016 | Electrical System | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Freightliner Sprinter and 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 17V-244 | Apr 10, 2017 | 2016 | Seat Belts | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 17V-148 | Mar 7, 2017 | 2016–2017 | Lane Departure | Daimler Vans USA LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. |
| 16V-935 | Dec 27, 2016 | 2017 | Air Bags | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans manufactured September 9, 2016, to September 28, 2016. |
| 16V-342 | May 24, 2016 | 2016 | Power Train | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes Benz Metris vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2015, through December 31, 2015. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz Metris?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris has the most reports (127). Check the 2016 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz Metris have?
NHTSA lists 31 safety recalls covering Mercedes-Benz Metris model years 2015–2023.
What are the most common Mercedes-Benz Metris problems?
Owners report tires, fuel/propulsion system, unknown or other problems most often.