| NHTSA Recall # | 143156 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 20V340000 |
| MFG Compaign # | VS2DREIGE |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Supplier | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Brand | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Model | METRIS |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Date of notification | 11/08/20 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 07/08/26 |
| End date of manufacturing | 07/08/26 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 09/06/20 |
| Report created | 10/06/20 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 12 |
| Defect summary | Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019 metris vans [platform 447 (vs20)] with gasoline engines and automatic transmissions. The driveshaft may not be attached to the intermediate bearing correctly, causing excessive wear to the driveshaft joint and excessive vibrations. |
| Consequence summary | Damage to the driveshaft joint could result in a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash. Excessive vibrations may cause the frontal air bags to deploy unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Corrective action | Dvusa will notify owners and dealers will inspect the drive shaft, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. This recall began august 11, 2020. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Dvusa's number for this recall is vs3dreige. |
| 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). |