2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris fuel/propulsion system problems
37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel/propulsion system on the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris — 29% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Fuel smell in the engine compartment and visible leaking fuel on the lower hoses per NHTSA Campaign Number 18V837000. I previously complained about this in April 2025 (ID 11669847). Dealer inspected in April 2025 and replaced the lower hose, but I still would smell fuel. After a lot of my own…”
filed Jan 3, 2026
“It has been two years after posting an issue with engine light on indicating the error code p052e which is a known problem on many models mercedes has. This metris van is not a passenger van but a commercial van. It has however the SAME engine and SAME error code as all the models mercedes having…”
filed Oct 24, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
OM642 DPF Filter Cracked or Broken Complaint Vehicle will not start or exhibits noisy exhaust. Check Engine Lamp (CEL) is on. Multiple control unit communication and system faults may be present, including but not…
LI49.10-N-080528 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 3, 2026Check engine light on and FC P146264 stored in engine and fuel pump control units Complaint Check engine light active and FC P146264 Temp. and pressure sensor B4/15 is stored in Engine control unit and Fuel pump control…
LI47.50-N-072080_4 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 7, 2026Complaint Fault code P06DA00 is found current or stored in engine control unit. Check engine light may be activated. Cause Various causes Remedy Up to Model year 2018: Fault code P06DA00 can be disregarded if not…
LI07.70-N-078824 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 12, 2025
Fuel/propulsion System problems in other Metris years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Metris | 1 | 4% |
| 2017 Metris | 1 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.