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2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2017 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
14
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
29
Latest campaign
Jul 7, 2022

Recall summary by component14

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Fuel system, gasoline2Mar 8, 2022
22V13400018V837000
Electrical system2Feb 5, 2021
21V05500019V715000
Steering2Apr 10, 2019
19V29000017V595000
Power train2Jul 29, 2018
18V49700018V335000
Tires1Jul 7, 2022
22V482000
Back over prevention1Feb 22, 2022
22V099000
Service brakes, hydraulic1Feb 8, 2022
22V066000
Suspension1Oct 16, 2017
17V651000
Lane departure1Mar 7, 2017
17V148000
Air bags1Dec 27, 2016
16V935000

Safety recalls14

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Jul 7, 2022Latest campaign
Jul 7, 202222V482000

Tires

An overloaded vehicle may cause tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

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What's wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans. The value for the maximum combined load weight capacity of the tires is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire and Loading Information."
Risk
An overloaded vehicle may cause tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install corrected labels on the B-pillar and fuel filler door. Dealers will also inspect and replace incorrect tires, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning April 19, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2LASTRE.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V482000 · Jul 7, 2022
Mar 8, 202222V134000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 22V134000
What's wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The connection of the upper and lower fuel hoses to the engine may be insecure, which can result in a fuel leak.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel hose connections, and replace the clamps and fuel hose, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2KRAUCH.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V134000 · Mar 8, 2022
Feb 22, 202222V099000

Back over prevention: sensing system camera

A frozen rearview image does not show the live view of what is currently behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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What's wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. A defective memory chip in the rearview camera may cause the display image to freeze.
Risk
A frozen rearview image does not show the live view of what is currently behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2RU54KAM.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V099000 · Feb 22, 2022
Feb 8, 202222V066000

Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid

A detached brake fluid reservoir can leak brake fluid, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 22V066000
What's wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The brake fluid reservoir may be incorrectly mounted, which can allow it to detach.
Risk
A detached brake fluid reservoir can leak brake fluid, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the brake fluid reservoir mounting, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 2, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2BE42BRE.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V066000 · Feb 8, 2022
Feb 5, 202121V055000

Electrical system: software

Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

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What's wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Mercedes-Benz Metris and 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
Risk
Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software communication module for the automatic emergency call system, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VSXHERMPOS.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V055000 · Feb 5, 2021
Oct 8, 201919V715000

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery

If conductive material, such as metal, unintentionally drops into the opening and contacts the terminals on the battery, an electrical short can occur, increasing the…

DetailsHide details for campaign 19V715000
What's wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The integrated backup battery compartment located underneath the front passenger's seat may not have its own cover, potentially exposing the battery when the seat is moved forward.
Risk
If conductive material, such as metal, unintentionally drops into the opening and contacts the terminals on the battery, an electrical short can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz dealers will install covers over the battery compartment area, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on December 2, 2019. The recall began March 9, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SITZAB.
Campaign
NHTSA 19V715000 · Oct 8, 2019
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component29

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
29Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Tires1345000
Steering517000
Wheels517000
Unknown or other414000
Back over prevention310000
Electrical system27000
Engine27000
Forward collision avoidance13000
Suspension13000
Fuel/propulsion system13000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Steering

    “I am filing a formal safety complaint regarding my Mercedes-Benz Metris serviced at Mercedes-Benz Coconut Creek (Florida) under Recall VS2LAS561 – 9789VMCRC (Customer Service Case #20781216).”

    Filed 02/24/2026 · ODI 11720287
  • Electrical system

    “I have had 2 major and costly repairs/issues with the engine and its oil system. These are detailed below. I have also received multiple collision or seatbelt dash alerts when no one is near my vehicle whatsoever.”

    Filed 08/07/2025 · ODI 11679070
  • Steering

    “Dealer says that Power Steering control unit/steering rack needs to be changed. Looks like same recall was there(17V-595) but my vin number is not in Mercedes system to be fixed. Happens when park.”

    Filed 08/04/2025 · ODI 11678271

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2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris have?

NHTSA lists 14 safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The most recent, 22V482000 (reported July 7, 2022), concerns tires. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris recalls for?

The largest group is fuel system, gasoline, with 2 campaigns. Others: electrical system (2), steering (2), power train (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris?

Tires is the most-reported component, named in 13 complaints out of 29 filed with NHTSA (45%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.

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