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2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris WORKER Passenger

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris WORKER Passenger is a 208-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 7g-tronic 7-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $29,995 MSRP.

It makes 208 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 258 lb-ft of torque at 1250-4000 rpm.

Spec Value
Vehicle
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$29,995
MSRP with Destination$30,990
Destination Charge$995
Engine
Engine TypeTurbocharged Inline-4
Displacement2 L
Horsepower208 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1250-4000 rpm
Injection TypeDirect Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission7G-TRONIC 7-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded

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

Most-cited areas
Tires14
Wheels5
Back Over Prevention3
Steering3
Unknown Or Other3
Electrical System2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Nov 21, 2025 · Tires
“See attached document for complaint. I wanted to express my displeasure with the manner in which the above reference recall was conducted. The timeline left many owners with expensive replacement…”
Nov 22, 2024 · Tires
“The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (TIRES); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact…”
Nov 6, 2024 · Tires
“The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (TIRES); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact…”
Sep 30, 2024 · Electrical System, Service Brakes
“The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact stated the vehicle had displayed that there were failures with several safety features. The instrument panel had failed to display any…”
Sep 12, 2024 · Engine
“The check engine light came on, with code P052E indicating a positive crankcase ventilation valve failure. Dealer inspection revealed the PCV valve is sticking and recommended a replacement with a…”

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.

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