2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris
Only 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 126 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 29 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
13 of 29 total reports mention: tires.
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The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240122
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231115
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231003
5 of 29 total reports mention: wheels.
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UNEVEN TREAD WEAR OF LEFT FRONT TIRE. (CORPORATE CLAIMS MY VEHICLE IS NOT AFFECTED SINCE THE TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN IS NOT PULLED UP BY MY VIN, BUT MY TIRE PROVES OTHERWISE.)
NHTSA ODI report, 20181011
THE TIRES HAVE WORN OUT TO THE METAL AFTER 5000 MILES AS THE ALIGNMENT WAS PER THE SERVICE TECH - SENT OUT INCORRECTLY AT THE FACTORY- THE VEHICLE WAS KEPT FOR OVER 30 DAYS.. JUDGING FROM USER FORUMS THIS SEEMS TO BE HAPPENING ON A FREQUENT BASIS
NHTSA ODI report, 20180716
5 of 29 total reports mention: steering.
3 of 29 total reports mention: back over prevention.
2 of 29 total reports mention: engine.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans manufactured September 9, 2016, to September 28, 2016.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and authorized Mercedes-Benz Sprinter dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Campaign 16V935000 — check if this car was fixed
Daimler Vans USA LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct instrument cluster and steering wheel to enable the BSM function, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on May 8, 2017.
Campaign 17V148000 — check if this car was fixed
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans. The front axle wheel bearings may not have been correctly seated possibly resulting in a front wheel detaching.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front axle wheel bearing retaining rings, correcting their position as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2017.
Campaign 17V651000 — check if this car was fixed
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans. These vehicles have electrical power steering control units with improperly welded contact pins.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. An interim notice is expected to be mailed on November 17, 2017. A second notice will be mailed to owners when parts become available.
Campaign 17V595000 — check if this car was fixed
Low Pressure Fuel Supply Hose Leak
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The transmission support may not have been properly tightened to the vehicle body, potentially resulting in damage to the driveshaft.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission support mounting bolts, replacing and tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Campaign 18V335000 — check if this car was fixed
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The drive shaft securing bolts may loosen at the automatic transmission flange.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission flange, securing bolts, and clean the shaft seal, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Campaign 18V497000 — check if this car was fixed
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected hose and clamp, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 25, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Campaign 18V837000 — check if this car was fixed
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, Missouri, New Hampshire, New...
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum bolts with steels bolts, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on June 3, 2019. The recall began November 15, 2019.
Campaign 19V290000 — check if this car was fixed
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles.
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.
Campaign 19V715000 — check if this car was fixed
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Mercedes-Benz Metris and 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles.
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.
Campaign 21V055000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 22V066000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 22V134000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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 22V099000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 22V482000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V935000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V148000 (lane departure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V651000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V595000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V335000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V497000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V837000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V290000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V715000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V055000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V066000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V134000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V099000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V482000 (tires) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris have?
14 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.