MERCEDES-BENZ Metris (2016-2017): Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 18V837000 · Nov 29, 2018 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC
12,383
vehicles affected
12,383
vehicles affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 18V837000
- Date
- Nov 29, 2018
- Maker
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Units affected
- 12,383
- Kind
- Vehicles
- Component
- Fuel system, gasoline > Delivery > Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Model years
- 2016-2017
- Started by
- The safety regulator
- Hazard
- Fire
What is wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The fuel hose in the engine compartment may leak at the lower connecting point of the transition hose, between the underbody fuel line and the Schrader valve and/or where the fuel line connects to the fuel pump.
What can happen
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Recall repairs are free of charge.
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected hose and clamp, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 25, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Vehicles covered
1 model, 2 model years in all
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | Metris | 2016-2017 |
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Questions and answers
Which vehicles are in recall 18V837000?
1 model: Mercedes-Benz Metris (2016-2017), about 12,383 vehicles in all.
What is the fix for recall 18V837000?
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected hose and clamp, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 25, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
What can happen?
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. A dealer can tell whether a single vehicle still needs the repair.