MERCEDES-BENZ METRIS (2018) recall — Fuel System, Gasoline
Daimler Vans USA recalls 2017-2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles with potential fuel leaks that could cause fire if near ignition sources. Owners must have fuel hose connections inspected and repaired free by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2017-2022 Metris vans due to insecure fuel hose connections that could leak gasoline near ignition sources, increasing fire risk. Owners should have dealers inspect and repair the fuel system at no cost. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225216-mercedes-benz-metris-2018-fuel-leak-fire-recall.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225216-mercedes-benz-metris-2018-fuel-leak-fire-recall · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V134000
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“Mercedes-Benz Metris 2018 Fuel Leak Fire Recall.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225216-mercedes-benz-metris-2018-fuel-leak-fire-recall. Based on NHTSA recall #22V134000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V134000).
Why it’s dangerous
Insecure fuel hose connections can leak gasoline. If gasoline leaks near an ignition source like a spark or flame, it could ignite and cause a fire.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017-2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans are affected. Drivers and passengers are at risk if the fuel leak occurs near ignition sources.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle was manufactured between 2017 and 2022. The recall covers Mercedes-Benz Metris vans with potential insecure fuel hose connections.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Dealer for Inspection
Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel hose connections, and replace clamps and fuel hose as necessary at no cost.
Check Owner Notification
Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2022, so you should have received one if you own a recalled vehicle.
What NHTSA says to do
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.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The connection of the upper and lower fuel hoses to the engine may be insecure, which can result in a fuel leak that increases fire risk near ignition sources.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your vehicle is affected if it is a 2017-2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris van with potential insecure fuel hose connections.
What should I do if I have the recalled vehicle?
Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel hose connections and replace clamps and fuel hose as necessary at no cost.
Contact Mercedes-Benz
We’ve drafted a message you can send Mercedes-Benz to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V134000 — Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz Hello, I own a Mercedes-Benz that is covered by recall 22V134000 from Mercedes-Benz. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #22V134000 (August 3, 2022)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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