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NHTSA : 18V497000

Campaign Details

Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Defect Description

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.

Consequence / Hazard

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

Proposed Solution

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

🚗 Affected Vehicles2

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.