01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS
2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris recall campaigns
NHTSA 25V463000
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION, EQUIPMENT
- Report received
- July 11, 2025
- Potential units
- 43,422campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The electrical connections for the infotainment system may not be properly secured, which can cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility.".
Why it matters: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the infotainment system connection, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 11, 2025. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2GARPIN.
Owner notification: November 11, 2025 · Filing manufacturer: Daimler Vans USA, LLC
NHTSA 23V444000
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Report received
- June 26, 2023
- Potential units
- 20,500campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Sprinter and 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is 4790205.
Owner notification: November 1, 2023 · Filing manufacturer: Daimler Vans USA, LLC
NHTSA 22V360000
- Component
- COMMUNICATION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Report received
- May 20, 2022
- Potential units
- 19,937campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter, Mercedes-Benz Metris, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
Why it matters: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update, or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 13, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SIMKOM/VS3SIMKOM.
Owner notification: October 13, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Daimler Vans USA, LLC
NHTSA 22V134000
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Report received
- March 8, 2022
- Potential units
- 42,132campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The connection of the upper and lower fuel hoses to the engine may be insecure, which can result in a fuel leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel hose connections, and replace the clamps and fuel hose, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2KRAUCH.
Owner notification: May 5, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Daimler Vans USA, LLC
NHTSA 22V066000
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Report received
- February 8, 2022
- Potential units
- 28,743campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The brake fluid reservoir may be incorrectly mounted, which can allow it to detach.
Why it matters: A detached brake fluid reservoir can leak brake fluid, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the brake fluid reservoir mounting, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 2, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2BE42BRE.
Owner notification: May 2, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Daimler Vans USA, LLC
NHTSA 21V513000
- Component
- SEAT BELTS
- Report received
- July 7, 2021
- Potential units
- 1,514campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Metris, and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt assemblies. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.".
Why it matters: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 21, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA's customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Owner notification: December 21, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Daimler Vans USA, LLC
NHTSA 21V106000
- Component
- SEATS
- Report received
- February 23, 2021
- Potential units
- 4campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles equipped with an adjustable front passenger seat. The front passenger seat frame base may not have been welded properly.
Why it matters: An improperly welded seat frame base may have reduced stability, which can increase the risk of injury to the occupant in a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat frame base, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on May 6, 2021. The recall began May 13, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SITZNAT.
Owner notification: May 13, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Daimler Vans USA, LLC
02 / COMPONENT BREADTH