Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsRecall 18V-837 · 2016–2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris
Daimler Vans USA, LLC recall 18V-837 covers 12,383 2016–2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris for a delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on November 29, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q2) shows 74% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V837000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The fuel hose in the engine compartment may leak at the lower connecting point of the transition hose, between the underbody fuel line and the Schrader valve and/or where the fuel line connects to the fuel pump.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected hose and clamp, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 25, 2019. 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
74%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from March 2, 2015 to March 15, 2017. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.
The investigation behind this recall
- Low Pressure Fuel Supply Hose LeakNHTSA