MERCEDES BENZ METRIS 2019: AIR BAGS

General Information

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

Summary

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

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.