MERCEDES BENZ METRIS 2018: STEERING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V489000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ METRIS 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-07-02 2019-06-25 2019-06-25

Production Dates: 2018-07-11 - 2018-07-11

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: VS2LENKEPS

Component: STEERING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC "DVUSA" is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. An internal sensor within the electric power steering unit may have been improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the deactivation of the electric power steering assist.

Consequence

An unexpected loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of crash.

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and Metris dealers will replace the steering unit, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2LENKEPS.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.