repaired · 2026 Q1
Tires
Risk. An overloaded vehicle may cause tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
2017 Mercedes-Benz MetrisProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 29 owner complaints about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris, most often about the tires. It is covered by 14 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-595 the manufacturer reports only 0% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 24, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris has problems
29 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
13Tires
5Wheels
5Steering
3Back over prevention
2Electrical system
2Engine
1Suspension
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Forward collision avoidance
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 13 | 0 |
| Wheels | 5 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
14 recalls
2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A frozen rearview image does not show the live view of what is currently behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid
Risk. A detached brake fluid reservoir can leak brake fluid, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2023 Q1
Electrical system: software
Risk. Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk. If conductive material, such as metal, unintentionally drops into the opening and contacts the terminals on the battery, an electrical short can occur,…
repaired · 2021 Q1
Steering
Risk. Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. If the bolts loosen and fall out, the driveshaft may separate causing a loss of drive, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. Damage to the driveshaft could cause a loss of power to the wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q1
Front: wheel bearing
Risk. The loss of a front wheel would increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q1
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk. The improperly welded pins may lose contact, deactivating the power steering assist and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Lane departure: blind spot detection
Risk. If a vehicle is in the driver's blind spot, but the BSM system does not warn the driver, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. An improperly vented air bag may not protect the front passenger as expected, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other Metris year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Metris median. How we score
'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris, and the recalls they led to.
- Low Pressure Fuel Supply Hose LeakLed to recall 18V-837
In owners' words
What Metris owners report
Recent tires complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of…
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