| NHTSA Recall # | 144869 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 19V489000 |
| MFG Compaign # | VS2LENKEPS |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Supplier | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Brand | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Model | METRIS |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Date of notification | 02/07/19 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 11/07/18 |
| End date of manufacturing | 11/07/18 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 25/06/19 |
| Report created | 25/06/19 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 2 |
| Defect summary | Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2018-2019 mercedes-benz metris vehicles. An internal sensor within the electric power steering unit may have been improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the deactivation of the electric power steering assist. |
| Consequence summary | An unexpected loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of crash. |
| Corrective action | Dvusa will notify owners, and metris dealers will replace the steering unit, free of charge. The recall began july 2, 2019. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Dvusa's number for this recall is vs2lenkeps. |
| 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). |