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Mercedes-Benz Tire Recalls Cover Mounting Errors, Labels, and Sidewall Damage
These Mercedes-Benz tire recalls cover three distinct problems across vans and SUVs, rather than one repeated tire defect. The 2019 Sprinter winter-tire notice concerns incorrect installation that may reduce traction in wet or snowy conditions. The Metris notice covers certain 2016-2018 vans with an incorrect maximum combined tire load weight value, creating a tire-failure risk if the vehicle is overloaded. For certain 2025 GLB 250, GLB 250 4MATIC, and GLB 35 4MATIC vehicles, right-side front and rear tire sidewall damage may cause sudden pressure loss. Sprinter and Metris account for the van notices; the GLB notice addresses a separate physical tire condition.
Warning signs to watch for
- 2020 Sprinter winter-tire recall: reduced traction in wet or snowy conditions.
- 2024 GLB sidewall-damage recall: sudden loss of tire pressure.
Can you keep driving? What the notices say
The Sprinter winter-tire, Metris tire-load-label, and GLB sidewall-damage notices do not tell owners to stop driving. None gives a park-outside instruction. The Sprinter notice identifies reduced traction and possible loss of control; the Metris notice identifies tire failure if the vehicle is overloaded; and the GLB notice identifies sudden tire-pressure loss and possible loss of control. These notices describe crash risks, but they do not provide a statement that an affected vehicle is safe to drive.
What the free repair involves
For the Sprinter recall, dealers inspect tire running direction, correct it as necessary, and replace tires with uneven tread wear. For Metris, dealers install corrected labels and inspect and replace incorrect tires as necessary. For GLB, dealers inspect and replace tires as necessary. Each notice states that its services or repairs are free.
Severity at a glance
| Severity | Recalls |
|---|---|
| high | 3 |
Models affected most
Where owners report tires problems most
NHTSA owner complaints filed under tires for the Mercedes-Benz models and years in this guide. Complaints are unverified reports and are not limited to the recalled defects.
| Vehicle | Tires complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris | 14 |
Every recall in this group
| Date | Recall | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2024 | Mercedes-Benz GLB Tires May Have Sidewall Damage | high |
| Jul 7, 2022 | Metris Vans Have Incorrect Tire Load Labels | high |
| Mar 18, 2020 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Winter Tires May Be Installed Wrong | high |
Common questions
Which Mercedes-Benz vehicles are covered by these tire notices?
The notices identify certain 2019 Sprinter vehicles equipped with winter tires, certain 2016-2018 Metris vans, and certain 2025 GLB 250, GLB 250 4MATIC, and GLB 35 4MATIC vehicles. The tire problem differs between these vehicle groups.
Does the Metris tire-label recall include tire replacement?
The Metris remedy includes corrected labels on the B-pillar and fuel filler door. Dealers also inspect the tires and replace incorrect tires as necessary. The notice states that these repairs are performed free of charge.
Will dealers replace the tires on my recalled Sprinter?
The Sprinter winter-tire notice calls for dealers to inspect the tires' running direction and correct it as necessary. Tires are replaced if tread wear is uneven. The notice states that the inspection, correction, and necessary replacement are free.
A recall applies only to specific vehicles. Check your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.