Driveshaft Bolts may Loosen – 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V497
Manufacturer Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Components POWER TRAIN
Potential Number of Units Affected 6

 

Driveshaft Bolts may Loosen

If the bolts loosen and fall out, the driveshaft may separate causing a loss of drive, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

 

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.

 

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission flange, securing bolts, and clean the shaft seal, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 28, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

 

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.

 

Check for Daimler Vans Recalls


Recall Acknowledgement

August 17, 2018

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCAK-18V497-7984.pdf

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