UTILIMASTER METRIS 2017: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
| Make : UTILIMASTER | Model : METRIS | Year : 2017 |
| Build Dates : 2017-11-15 - 2018-01-09 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 18V497000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2018-09-28 | Date Received by ODI: 2018-07-29 | Date Added to Database: 2018-08-02 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC | ||
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| Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 6 | ||
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Summary:
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. |
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Consequence:
If the bolts loosen and fall out, the driveshaft may separate causing a loss of drive, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. |
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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. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
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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. |
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