2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris vs 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris | 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 126 | 28 |
| Recall campaigns | 13 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 61 | 38 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 22,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz Metris | Mercedes-Benz Metris |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 37 | 1 |
| Tires | 15 | 14 |
| Visibility/wiper | 21 | 0 |
| Engine | 16 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 2 |
| Steering | 9 | 3 |
| Wheels | 7 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris
2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.