NHTSA Recall # | 130613 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 18V497000 |
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Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
Supplier | MERCEDES-BENZ |
Brand | MERCEDES-BENZ |
Model | METRIS |
Model Year | 2017 |
Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
Date of notification | 28/09/18 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 15/11/17 |
End date of manufacturing | 09/01/18 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 29/07/18 |
Report created | 02/08/18 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 6 |
Defect summary | 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 summary | If the bolts loosen and fall out, the driveshaft may separate causing a loss of drive, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | 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. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |