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2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris tires problems
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Owners of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris have filed 13 NHTSA complaints about the tires at roughly $150 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.See tires across all vehicles →
Complaints
13
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$150
tires complaints on the Mercedes-Benz Metris, by model year
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans
An overloaded vehicle may cause tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install corrected labels on the B-pillar and fuel filler door. Dealers will also inspect and replace incorrect tires, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning April 19, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2LASTRE.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering tires on this vehicle — documented
repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall
(it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Service BulletinMB Initial NCU-PSep 2022
(RC)Replace Tire Loading Information Label and Inspect Tires
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris cite NHTSA recall campaign 22V482000 issued in July 2022, addressing inadequate OEM tires. Recall notices reached dealers in September 2022, but replacement parts were not available. Between late 2022 and early 2025, owners repeatedly confirmed with dealers and the manufacturer that parts remained out of stock.
One owner documented paying $1,348 for tire replacement at a dealer in June 2023, only to be notified by that same dealer that tires needed replacing—despite a recall being active. That owner then spent $940 independently replacing tires in October 2023 at 26,708 miles. Not until January 2025—nearly two and a half years after the recall—did the manufacturer notify the owner that replacement was available. A dealer ultimately completed the repair in April 2025 at 34,984 miles.
Another owner reported the vehicle lunged during turns at 43,000 miles while the recall repair remained unavailable; the vehicle was never diagnosed or fixed. Multiple complaints describe the same pattern: notification of the recall, confirmation that parts are unavailable, and manufacturer acknowledgment of the shortage. The slow rollout of remedies and prolonged parts scarcity left owners stuck with original inadequate tires or forced to pay for replacements themselves.
Same Mercedes-Benz Metris tires reports on nearby years: 2016 · 2017
Failure modes owners describe
Inadequate OEM tire fitment requiring replacement
2018 Metris vehicles shipped with OEM tires that were inadequate for the application, prompting NHTSA recall 22V482000 issued July 2022. Owners report dealers notified them of needed replacement as early as June 2023, months before the manufacturer initiated a remedy program.
When: Present at delivery; replacement need surfaced by mid-2023; vehicle mileage at first owner notification of inadequacy ranged 26,000–34,000 miles
Repairs/costs cited: Owners paid $940–$1,348 out-of-pocket for tire replacement before recall remedy was available. One owner reported replacement at dealer in April 2025 with correct-sized tires.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 22V482000 (Tires). Recall issued July 2022; dealer notification September 2022. Repair parts remained unavailable through early 2025. Remedies did not proceed in earnest until January 2025 (nearly 2.5 years after recall publication). As of the latest complaint dates, parts continued to show as unavailable per VIN tool confirmation.
Extended parts unavailability for recall repair
Despite recall notification, replacement tire parts required for the safety remedy were not available to dealers or customers for an extended period—from at least September 2022 through early 2025.
When: Recall issued July 2022; parts unavailable September 2022 through January 2025 or later
Symptoms owners cite: Customers unable to obtain recall repair despite notification; Dealers confirming parts not in stock and manufacturer confirming parts unavailable
Repairs/costs cited: No parts available for dealer-performed recall remedy during 2.5-year window. Customers forced to purchase replacement tires independently or wait indefinitely.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 22V482000. Manufacturer acknowledged parts unavailability to dealers and customers. Remedy rollout began in earnest only in January 2025; by April 2025 at least one repair was completed.
Synthesized from 13 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer
allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting
9 most recent
tires
· filed 12/21/2023
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer…
tires
· filed 12/12/2022
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not…
tires
· filed 11/22/2024
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (TIRES); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms…
tires
· filed 11/21/2025
See attached document for complaint. I wanted to express my displeasure with the manner in which the above reference recall was conducted. The timeline left many owners with expensive replacement bills for new tires to replace inadequate tires that were installed as OEM on our vans. The message boards tell a story of frustration for a large group of consumers. As you know the recall was…
tires
· filed 11/21/2022
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) and 22V099000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount time for the recall repairs. The local dealer was notified of the issue and confirmed that…
tires
· filed 11/06/2024
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (TIRES); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms…
tires
· filed 08/21/2024
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer…
tires
· filed 05/09/2024
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not…
tires
· filed 04/28/2023
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not…
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Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 13 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $150 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Based on the 13 complaints filed, tires issues most often appear around 43,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $150 for tires repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to tires?
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover tires issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2018/Mercedes-Benz/Metris.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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