Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V335000 Reported May 22, 2018

Transmission support mounting bolts may be loose

Daimler Vans Usa, Llc · Power Train · 7,433 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
18V335000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
7,433
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 22, 2018
Completion Rate
82.12

Defect Summary

Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2015-2017 mercedes-benz metris vehicles. the transmission support may not have been properly tightened to the vehicle body, potentially resulting in damage to the driveshaft.

Safety Consequence

Damage to the driveshaft could cause a loss of power to the wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission support mounting bolts, replacing and tightening them as necessary, free of charge. the recall began july 11, 2018. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Daimler Vans Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 18V335000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 18V335000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 18V335000?

NHTSA recall 18V335000 was issued by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc on May 22, 2018. It addresses: Transmission support mounting bolts may be loose. The recall affects approximately 7,433 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimler Vans Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V335000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.