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Mercedes-Benz Metris Brake Fluid Reservoir May Detach

NHTSA campaign 22V066000 · Reported Feb 8, 2022 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

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A detached brake fluid reservoir can leak brake fluid, which can affect how well the brakes work and increase the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.

Key facts

NHTSA campaign number	22V066000
Reported to NHTSA	Feb 8, 2022
Manufacturer	Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Part affected	Service Brakes, Hydraulic:fluid
Vehicles covered	1 model/year combination, model years 2018
Do-not-drive advisory	No
Park-outside advisory	No
Repair	Free at any franchised dealer

What's wrong, in plain English

Daimler Vans USA is recalling certain Mercedes-Benz Metris vans because the brake fluid reservoir may not be mounted correctly. If the reservoir isn't held in place properly, it can come loose and detach, which can let brake fluid leak out of the vehicle.

What you should do

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your vehicle is included.
2. Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to have the brake fluid reservoir mounting inspected and repaired if needed; you can also call DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
3. This repair is free of charge.

Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?

Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 22V066000. More in how recalls work.

Affected vehicles (1)

2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris

Who to contact

Mercedes-Benz — official Mercedes-Benz recall lookup

Customer service: 1-800-367-6372

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Mercedes-Benz Brake Recalls Involving Fluid Leaks and Pedal Problems · all 6 Mercedes-Benz recalls in this area

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Oct 8, 2019Mercedes-Benz Metris Battery Cover Missing, Fire Riskcritical
Oct 2, 2019Mercedes Sprinter and Metris Vans Skipped Final Inspectionhigh

All 10 Metris recalls

Official notice

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
Summary: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The brake fluid reservoir may be incorrectly mounted, which can allow it to detach.
Safety risk: A detached brake fluid reservoir can leak brake fluid, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the brake fluid reservoir mounting, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 2, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2BE42BRE.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.