NHTSA recall 17V651000
Suspension › Front › Wheel bearing
Mercedes-Benz Metris
Reported Oct 16, 2017109 vehicles affectedDaimler Vans USA, LLCBuilt Jun 6, 2017 – Jun 10, 2017
The defect
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.
The risk
The loss of a front wheel would increase the risk of a crash.
The 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.