Daimler Vans Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V148000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V148000 by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc. Affecting 2016-2017 mercedes-benz metris vehicles Includes 72 affected units, Blind Spot Monitoring Function Not Installed, component: LANE DEPARTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2016-2017 mercedes-benz metris vehicles

Defect Summary

Daimler vans usa llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2016-2017 mercedes-benz metris vehicles. these vans were to be equipped with the blind spot monitoring (bsm) feature, however, the installed instrument cluster and steering wheel does not support the function, and thus, the bsm system does not work on the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct instrument cluster and steering wheel to enable the bsm function, free of charge. interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on may 8, 2017. owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. the recall began on may 26, 2017. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V148000
Manufacturer: Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2017-03-07T00:00:00
Subject: Blind spot monitoring function not installed
Component: Lane Departure
Potentially Affected Units: 72

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler vans usa llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2016-2017 mercedes-benz metris vehicles. these vans were to be equipped with the blind spot monitoring (bsm) feature, however, the installed instrument cluster and steering wheel does not support the function, and thus, the bsm system does not work on the vehicle.
Consequence Summary: If a vehicle is in the driver's blind spot, but the bsm system does not warn the driver, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct instrument cluster and steering wheel to enable the bsm function, free of charge. interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on may 8, 2017. owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. the recall began on may 26, 2017. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 84.72

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NHTSA ID: 17V148000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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