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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
7
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
0
Latest campaign
Jul 11, 2025

Recall summary by component7

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Fuel system, gasoline2Jun 26, 2023
23V44400022V134000
Equipment1Jul 11, 2025
25V463000
Electrical system1May 20, 2022
22V360000
Service brakes, hydraulic1Feb 8, 2022
22V066000
Seat belts1Jul 7, 2021
21V513000
Seats1Feb 23, 2021
21V106000

Safety recalls7

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
1Fixable over the air
Jul 11, 2025Latest campaign
Jul 11, 202525V463000

Equipment: electrical infotainment

A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V463000
What's wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The electrical connections for the infotainment system may not be properly secured, which can cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the infotainment system connection, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 11, 2025. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2GARPIN.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V463000 · Jul 11, 2025
Jun 26, 202323V444000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 23V444000
What's wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Sprinter and 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is 4790205.
Campaign
NHTSA 23V444000 · Jun 26, 2023
May 20, 202222V360000

Electrical system: software

A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders…

Over-the-air remedy
DetailsHide details for campaign 22V360000
What's wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter, Mercedes-Benz Metris, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
Risk
A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update, or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 13, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SIMKOM/VS3SIMKOM.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V360000 · May 20, 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 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
Jul 7, 202121V513000

Seat belts: rear/other retractor

An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 21V513000
What's wrong
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. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 21, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA's customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V513000 · Jul 7, 2021
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 component0

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris.

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2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris have?

NHTSA lists 7 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The most recent, 25V463000 (reported July 11, 2025), concerns equipment. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris recalls for?

The largest group is fuel system, gasoline, with 2 campaigns. Others: equipment (1), electrical system (1), service brakes, hydraulic (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 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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