2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris Problems: 10 Known Issues
2016 model year · 1,380+ owner reports · Updated October 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 1,380+ owner reports, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris has 10 documented known issues, with 4 rated critical. The most serious are Brake Fluid Reservoir Detaching From Its Mount and Leaking (Recall 22V066), Power Steering Gear Motor Bolts Corroding and Snapping in Road-Salt States (Recall 19V290), Rear Differential Gears Improperly Welded (Recall 16V342) and Transmission Support Bolts Under-Torqued, Damaging the Driveshaft Flex Discs (Recall 18V335). The most commonly reported issue is Power Sliding Door Cable Failure with 820 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $300 to $3,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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NHTSA Recalls18 recalls
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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Sprinter and 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020 and 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris right-hand-drive vehicles. Water may accumulate on the air bag control unit, which can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended.
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The electrical connections for the infotainment system may not be properly secured, which can cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
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What are the most common Mercedes-Benz Metris problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 1,380+ owner reports, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris has 10 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Brake Fluid Reservoir Detaching From Its Mount and Leaking (Recall 22V066), Power Steering Gear Motor Bolts Corroding and Snapping in Road-Salt States (Recall 19V290), Rear Differential Gears Improperly Welded (Recall 16V342). Of these, 4 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Mercedes-Benz Metris reliable?
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris has 10 known issues documented across 1,380+ owner reports. 4 issues are rated critical: Brake Fluid Reservoir Detaching From Its Mount and Leaking (Recall 22V066) and Power Steering Gear Motor Bolts Corroding and Snapping in Road-Salt States (Recall 19V290) and Rear Differential Gears Improperly Welded (Recall 16V342) and Transmission Support Bolts Under-Torqued, Damaging the Driveshaft Flex Discs (Recall 18V335). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Mercedes-Benz Metris problems?
Repair costs for known Mercedes-Benz Metris issues range from $300 to $3,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris Brake Fluid Reservoir Detaching From Its Mount and Leaking (Recall 22V066)?
On Metris vans built between March 31, 2015 and October 13, 2021, the brake fluid reservoir may not have been mounted correctly on the master cylinder. The reservoir is held by an expansion rivet (part A2019900192) whose installation was not verified at assembly. If the reservoir… Severity: high.
What is the 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Power Steering Gear Motor Bolts Corroding and Snapping in Road-Salt States (Recall 19V290)?
Recall 19V290 concerns 9,471 model-year 2016–2017 Metris vans in the specified salt-belt population. Moisture and road salt can corrode aluminum bolts at the steering-gear housing cover and power pack. If all three power-pack mounting bolts fail, the pack can separate and steerin… Severity: high.
What is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris Rear Differential Gears Improperly Welded (Recall 16V342)?
Recall 16V342 concerns two potentially affected US 2016 Metris vehicles, identified by VIN within production dates September 1–December 31, 2015. An improper rear-axle gear weld could fail and abruptly remove drive. The filing does not identify a warning symptom. The date range a… Severity: high.
What is the 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Transmission Support Bolts Under-Torqued, Damaging the Driveshaft Flex Discs (Recall 18V335)?
The screws that hold the transmission support (carrier) to the body may not have been tightened to specification at assembly. If they loosen or detach, the transmission and propeller shaft shift out of position. Beyond a certain angle the driveshaft flex discs (joint discs) are d… Severity: high.
What is the 2016-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris Power Sliding Door Cable Failure?
The power sliding door cable on the Metris is prone to fraying and snapping, leaving the door stuck open or closed. This is a common fleet complaint and typically occurs between 40,000-80,000 miles due to repeated cycling and poor cable routing. Repairs typically run $600-$1,400. Severity: medium.
What is the 2016-2020 Mercedes-Benz Metris Harsh Shifting and Delayed Engagement in 7G-Tronic Transmission?
The 7G-Tronic automatic transmission in the Metris exhibits harsh shifts, particularly the 2-3 and 4-5 upshifts, along with delayed engagement when shifting from park to drive. The issue worsens as the transmission fluid ages and the valve body accumulates debris from clutch mate… Repairs typically run $300-$3,000. Severity: medium.
What is the 2016-2020 Mercedes-Benz Metris eCall Module Reporting the Wrong Crash Location (Recall 21V055)?
Recall 21V055 concerns eCall communication-module software. A crash-related power drop can cause transmission of the location recorded at the last ignition cycle instead of the crash location, potentially delaying emergency assistance. The filing lists 84,345 vehicles across Metr… Severity: medium.
What is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris Out-of-Spec Control Unit Coding From a Dealer Update Affecting ESP, Airbag or Engine Control (Recall 17V272)?
2016 Metris vans that received a control unit coding update at a Mercedes-Benz dealer between December 3 and December 5, 2016 may have been coded outside specification. The cause was a software error in the coding generation process. The effect depends on which control unit was m… Severity: medium.
What is the 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris Incorrect Tire Load Ratings and Tire/Loading Labels, a Risk of Overloading (Recall 22V482)?
On about 24,000 2016-2018 Metris vans, the combined maximum load ratings of the fitted tires do not match what the van needs. The B-pillar tire placard and fuel-door label also carry incorrect information, so the vans fail FMVSS 110 (Tire and Loading Information). Loading to the… Severity: medium.
What is the 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris Rearview Camera Image Freezing From a Defective Memory Chip (Recall 22V099)?
A hardware defect in a memory chip inside the rearview camera can freeze the image on the display. The screen then shows a still frame instead of a live view of what is behind the van. About 17,093 vans are covered. Severity: medium.
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