NHTSA Recall 18V335000: Automatic transmission (power train)
Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,433 vehicles. It affects 2015–2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V335000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | May 22, 2018 |
| Owner notification | July 11, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The transmission support may not have been properly tightened to the vehicle body, potentially resulting in damage to the driveshaft.
Safety risk
Damage to the driveshaft could cause a loss of power to the wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission support mounting bolts, replacing and tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V335000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.