NHTSA recall 16V-342 (16V342000)
power train recall reported May 24, 2016 - about 2 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V342000
- Also written as
- 16V-342
- Reported
- May 24, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~2
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes Benz Metris vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2015, through December 31, 2015. The affected vehicles have rear differential gears that may have been improperly welded.
Why it is dangerous
The weld may fail and result in a loss of power to the wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear differential gears, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-342 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.