The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·16V342000·Announced 2016-05-24

Mercedes-Benz Metris Recalled for Rear Differential Weld Defect

Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans because improperly welded rear differential gears may fail, causing loss of power and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (rear differential weld) that can result in loss of power to the wheels and an increased risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles manufactured between September 1, 2015, and December 31, 2015. The recall addresses a defect in the rear differential gears, which may have been improperly welded.

If the weld fails, the vehicle may lose power to the wheels, which increases the risk of a crash. No specific number of affected units is provided in the source text.

Dealers will replace the rear differential gears free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners can contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MERCEDES-BENZ METRIS
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Passenger Van
Hazard
Affected units
2

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • METRIS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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