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2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 22 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris, 17% of its 126 total complaints, at a median 18,500 miles. A related recall, 22V482000, covers incorrect tire load capacity labeling.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
22
17% of 126
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Median mileage
18,500 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

  • Owners report premature and uneven wear on the outer edges of the front tires, sometimes needing replacement well before expected.
  • Some owners describe repeated wheel speed sensor failures, with one sensor triggering an anti-lock brake shutdown and another causing the transmission to enter limp mode.
  • Multiple owners report the vehicle's tires/wheels were incorrectly specified for the van's body weight, leading to fast tire wear, ripping, and frequent low tire pressure warnings.
  • Several owners state they received recall notice 22V482000 but could not get an appointment or repair because replacement parts were unavailable for extended periods.
  • One owner reports that a mechanic installed incorrect tires because the reference label used for sizing was itself wrong.

When 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 19, 2018, latest May 21, 2026.

2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris suspension, wheels & tires complaints: complaints filed per month2Mar 2018Nov 2020Oct 2022Mar 2023Aug 2023Apr 2024Sep 2024
22 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2018 to May 2026; peak Sep 2023 (2).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris

  1. NHTSA 22V482000Jul 7, 2022Suspension, Wheels & Tires24,359 vehicles

    Tires

    Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans. The value for the maximum combined load weight capacity of the tires is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire and Loading Information."

    Risk: An overloaded vehicle may cause tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: 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.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Metris model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 20150 (0%)
  2. 201622 (17%)
  3. 201717 (59%)
  4. 201819 (68%)
  5. 20195 (56%)
  6. 20202 (29%)
  7. 20210 (0%)
  8. 20220 (0%)
  9. 20230 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheel, and tire complaints does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris have?
NHTSA lists 22 complaints in this category for the 2016 Metris, which is 17% of all 126 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Metris related to tires or wheels?
Yes. Recall 22V482000, reported 2022-07-07, covers 2016-2018 Metris vans with an incorrect maximum combined load weight capacity value for the tires. The remedy involves corrected labels and inspection/replacement of incorrect tires.
At what mileage do these suspension and tire problems usually appear?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 18,500 miles.
Did the suspension/tire issues cause any crashes or injuries?
NHTSA records zero crashes and zero fires tied to these complaints, but one injury is listed.
Have owners had trouble getting the recall fixed?
Yes. Several complaints describe long waits because replacement parts for recall 22V482000 were not available at the time owners sought repair.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.