MERCEDES-BENZ METRIS (2017) recall — Fuel System, Gasoline
Daimler Vans USA recalls 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles with a potential fuel leak that could cause fire if an ignition source is present. Owners must have the affected hose replaced free of charge by dealers starting January 25, 2019.
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
Daimler Vans USA is recalling certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles due to a fuel hose that may leak in the engine compartment. This leak could cause a fire if an ignition source is present, so owners should have the hose replaced by a dealer. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226213-mercedes-benz-metris-2017-fuel-leak-recall-fire-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226213-mercedes-benz-metris-2017-fuel-leak-recall-fire-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V837000
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“Mercedes-Benz Metris 2017 Fuel Leak Recall: Fire Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226213-mercedes-benz-metris-2017-fuel-leak-recall-fire-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #18V837000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V837000).
Why it’s dangerous
A fuel hose in the engine compartment may leak at the lower connecting point between the underbody fuel line and the Schrader valve or where the fuel line connects to the fuel pump. If this leak occurs near an ignition source, it could cause a fire.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles are affected. Drivers and passengers are at risk if the vehicle is used without the repair.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle was manufactured between 2016 and 2017. The affected model is the Mercedes-Benz Metris. The recall began on January 25, 2019.
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What to do — step by step
Contact DVUSA Customer Service
Call 1-877-762-8267 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a repair.
Have the Affected Hose Replaced
Dealers will replace the leaking fuel hose and clamp at no cost to you.
January 25, 2019
What NHTSA says to do
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected hose and clamp, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 25, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The fuel hose in the engine compartment may leak at the lower connecting point between the underbody fuel line and the Schrader valve or where the fuel line connects to the fuel pump.
How can I check if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your vehicle was manufactured between 2016 and 2017. The affected model is the Mercedes-Benz Metris.
What should I do if I have the affected vehicle?
Contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267 to schedule a free repair at a dealer.
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 18V837000 — Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz Hello, I own a Mercedes-Benz that is covered by recall 18V837000 from Mercedes-Benz. The official recall notice states: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected hose and clamp, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 25, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. 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 #18V837000 (November 29, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 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.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.