Power train: axle assemblyRecall 16V-342 · 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris
Daimler Vans USA, LLC recall 16V-342 covers 2 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris for a power train: axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on May 24, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2018 Q1) shows 50% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 16V342000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes Benz Metris vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2015, through December 31, 2015. The affected vehicles have rear differential gears that may have been improperly welded.
The risk
The weld may fail and result in a loss of power to the wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear differential gears, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
50%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from September 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.