2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris Cargo Van LWB
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- Photo: 2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris Passenger Van in Arctic White, Front Right, 08-02-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mercedes-Benz Metris W447 white (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris Passenger Van in Arctic White, Rear Right, 08-02-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Cargo Van 2.0L rear by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris Cargo Van LWB is a 208-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 7g-tronic 7-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 208 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 258 lb-ft of torque at 1250-4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Van |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Turbocharged Inline-4 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 208 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1250-4000 rpm |
| Injection Type | Direct Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7G-TRONIC 7-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
10 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz METRIS. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 7, 2022 · TIRES
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans. The value for the maximum combined load weight capacity of the tires is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire and Loading Information."
Consequence: An overloaded vehicle may cause tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install corrected labels on the B-pillar and fuel filler door. Dealers will also inspect and replace incorrect tires, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning April 19, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2LASTRE.
NHTSA campaign 22V482000
Mar 8, 2022 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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.
Consequence: 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.
NHTSA campaign 22V134000
Feb 22, 2022 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. A defective memory chip in the rearview camera may cause the display image to freeze.
Consequence: A frozen rearview image does not show the live view of what is currently behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2RU54KAM.
NHTSA campaign 22V099000
Feb 8, 2022 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
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.
Consequence: 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.
NHTSA campaign 22V066000
Feb 5, 2021 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Mercedes-Benz Metris and 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
Consequence: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software communication module for the automatic emergency call system, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VSXHERMPOS.
NHTSA campaign 21V055000
Oct 8, 2019 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The integrated backup battery compartment located underneath the front passenger's seat may not have its own cover, potentially exposing the battery when the seat is moved forward.
Consequence: If conductive material, such as metal, unintentionally drops into the opening and contacts the terminals on the battery, an electrical short can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz dealers will install covers over the battery compartment area, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on December 2, 2019. The recall began March 9, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SITZAB.
NHTSA campaign 19V715000
Oct 2, 2019 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The vehicles left the reassembly plant without the final quality inspection of safety-relevant parts or bolt connections, resulting in possible unknown safety risks.
Consequence: Failure to identify loose safety related parts can increase the risk of crash and injury.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and vehicles will be returned to the reassembly plant for comprehensive inspection and, if necessary, corrective action, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VSX566ZP25.
NHTSA campaign 19V693000
Jun 25, 2019 · STEERING
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. An internal sensor within the electric power steering unit may have been improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the deactivation of the electric power steering assist.
Consequence: An unexpected loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and Metris dealers will replace the steering unit, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2LENKEPS.
NHTSA campaign 19V489000
Mar 20, 2019 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The affected vehicles left the reassembly plant without the final quality inspection of safety-relevant parts or bolt connections, resulting in possible unknown safety risks.
Consequence: Failure to identify loose safety related parts can increase the risk of crash and injury.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will complete the final quality inspection, free of charge. The recall began May 17, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VSX566ZP25.
NHTSA campaign 19V222000
Jul 29, 2018 · POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The drive shaft securing bolts may loosen at the automatic transmission flange.
Consequence: If the bolts loosen and fall out, the driveshaft may separate causing a loss of drive, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission flange, securing bolts, and clean the shaft seal, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
NHTSA campaign 18V497000
28 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz METRIS
Owner Complaints
28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz METRIS. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Tires | 14 |
| Wheels | 5 |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ METRIS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.