NHTSA recall 18V-335 (18V335000)

power train recall reported May 22, 2018 - about 7,433 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 18V335000
Also written as: 18V-335
Reported: May 22, 2018
Vehicles affected: ~7,433
Component: power train

What is being recalled

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.

Why it is dangerous

Damage to the driveshaft could cause 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 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.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-335 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Mercedes-Benz Metris - 2015, 2016, 2017

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