NHTSA Recall 22V099000: Camera (back over prevention)
Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 17,093 vehicles. It affects 2015–2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V099000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | VS2RUEKAM |
| Component | BACK OVER PREVENTION › SENSING SYSTEM › CAMERA |
| Report received | February 22, 2022 |
| Owner notification | February 10, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. A defective memory chip in the rearview camera may cause the display image to freeze.
Safety risk
A frozen rearview image does not show the live view of what is currently behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2RU54KAM.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V099000
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.