MERCEDES BENZ METRIS 2019: AIR BAGS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V340000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES BENZ | METRIS | 2019 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2020-08-11 | 2020-06-09 | 2020-06-10 |
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: VS2DREIGE
Component: AIR BAGS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 12
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Daimler Vans USA, LLC "DVUSA" is recalling certain 2019 Metris vans "platform 447 "VS20"" with gasoline engines and automatic transmissions. The driveshaft may not be attached to the intermediate bearing correctly, causing excessive wear to the driveshaft joint and excessive vibrations.
Damage to the driveshaft joint could result in a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash. Excessive vibrations may cause the frontal air bags to deploy unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.
DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will inspect the drive shaft, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. This recall began August 11, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3DREIGE.
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.
