CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
- Problem
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans. The front axle wheel bearings may not have been correctly seated possibly resulting in a front wheel detaching.
- Risk
- The loss of a front wheel would increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front axle wheel bearing retaining rings, correcting their position as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2017. 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain front axle wheel bearings may not have been seated correctly during assembly. If this happens, a front wheel could detach from the vehicle while driving.
Losing a front wheel increases the risk of a crash. Stop driving the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so if you notice unusual noises, vibration, or wheel wobble, and have it inspected right away.
Dealers will inspect the front axle wheel bearing retaining rings and correct their position if needed, free of charge. Owners will be notified by Daimler Vans USA, or you can contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. You can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls at NHTSA.gov.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz Metris | 2017 |
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