2022 MERCEDES-BENZ METRIS Complaints and Recall Information

The 2022 MERCEDES-BENZ METRIS has 1 complaint and 12 recalls filed with NHTSA. The single complaint reports a fuel leak in the upper fuel line detected during a brake inspection, accompanied by a noticeable gasoline smell in the vehicle cabin. The owner also mentions missing and incorrectly installed parts at delivery and disputes being excluded from a related recall for the fuel line issue.

• Fuel leak. A visible fuel leak from the upper fuel line was noticed despite low mileage, with a gasoline odor inside the vehicle cabin reported by the owner.
• Missing components. The vehicle arrived missing a Hermes module and had parts incorrectly installed according to the owner’s report at delivery.

The vehicle has 12 recalls addressing multiple safety and equipment issues. These recalls affect various systems including the fuel system, infotainment electrical components, and rearview camera functionality.

• Fuel hose connections. NHTSA Recall #22V134 covers 42,132 vehicles. The connection of the upper and lower fuel hoses may be insecure, causing fuel leaks and increasing fire risk. Dealers will inspect, repair, and replace components as needed free of charge.
• Fuel pump failure. Two recalls, #23V444 and #23V881, affect 20,500 and 13,726 vehicles respectively. The fuel pump may shut down leading to loss of drive power and increased crash risk. Dealers will replace the fuel pump at no cost to owners.
• Rearview camera malfunction. NHTSA Recall #25V463 affects 43,422 vehicles. Electrical connections for the infotainment system may not be secure, causing the rearview camera image to fail to display. This reduces rear visibility and increases crash risk. Dealers will inspect and repair connections free of charge.

Owners facing repeated repairs, unresolved recall issues, or safety-related defects with this vehicle may want to explore their rights under their state’s lemon law for potential remedies.