Mercedes-Benz Metris Problems by Year
Mercedes-Benz Metris years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Metris year: 2016, 2017, 2018. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2016 Metris: 127 complaints, 13 recalls
- 2017 Metris: 29 complaints, 14 recalls
- 2018 Metris: 28 complaints, 10 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2015 Metris: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
- 2021 Metris: 1 complaint, 7 recalls
- 2023 Metris: 2 complaints, 4 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes-Benz Metris problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 45 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 42 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 23 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 21 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 21 | 5 | 0 |
| Steering | 20 | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 5 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz Metris model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Metris | 2 | 4 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2022 Metris | 9 | 5 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2021 Metris | 1 | 7 | — | Back Over Prevention | |
| 2020 Metris | 7 | 8 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2019 Metris | 9 | 12 | — | Tires | |
| 2018 Metris | 28 | 10 | — | Tires | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2017 Metris | 29 | 14 | — | Tires | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2016 Metris | 127 | 13 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2015 Metris | 1 | 3 | — | Unknown or Other |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz Metris years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2016 (127), 2017 (29), 2018 (28) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Metris year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz Metris?
Tires, with 45 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz Metris have?
31 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.