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Mercedes Metris Fuel Hose Connection May Leak

NHTSA campaign 22V134000 · Reported Mar 8, 2022 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

critical How serious is it? About this label

A fuel leak near a source of ignition can increase the risk of a fire. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.

Key facts

NHTSA campaign number	22V134000
Reported to NHTSA	Mar 8, 2022
Manufacturer	Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Part affected	Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
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

On some Metris vans, the fuel hoses connecting to the engine may not be securely attached. Over time this loose connection can allow fuel to leak out of the hoses.

What you should do

Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your Metris is included.
Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer, or call DVUSA at 1-877-762-8267, to schedule an inspection.
The hose inspection and any needed repair are free.

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 22V134000. 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 Gasoline Fuel System Recalls: Leaks and Drive-Power Loss · all 5 Mercedes-Benz recalls in this area

Other Mercedes-Benz Metris recalls

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Feb 5, 2021Mercedes-Benz vans may send wrong location in emergency callmedium
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: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Summary: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The connection of the upper and lower fuel hoses to the engine may be insecure, which can result in a fuel leak.
Safety risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel hose connections, and replace the clamps and fuel hose, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2KRAUCH.

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