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2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 17 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2017 Metris, 59% of all complaints filed for this model year, with a median mileage at failure of 23,500. Two related recalls cover incorrect tire load labels and front axle wheel bearing seating.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
17
59% of 29
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
23,500 mi
Related recalls
2

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

  • Owners report rapid, uneven tire wear that eats tread down to the metal at very low mileage, with alignment cited as incorrect from the factory.
  • Some describe tread wearing unevenly on just the left front tire despite the manufacturer stating the vehicle was not covered by the related bulletin.
  • One owner reported a front tire blowout while driving at 75 mph shortly after a tire rotation, forcing a pullover on the highway.
  • Several owners noted abnormal tread wear concentrated on the outer edge of all four tires while the inner tread looked new, on original factory tires under 25,000 miles.
  • Multiple owners who received notice of recall 22V482000 for tires reported that replacement parts were not available for extended periods despite dealer contact.

When 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 16, 2018, latest Feb 24, 2026.

2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris suspension, wheels & tires complaints: complaints filed per month2Jul 2018Oct 2020Nov 2022Feb 2023Oct 2023Jan 2024Apr 2024Aug 2024
17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2018 to Feb 2026; peak May 2024 (2).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2017 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.

  2. NHTSA 17V651000Oct 16, 2017Suspension, Wheels & Tires109 vehicles

    Suspension:front:wheel bearing

    Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans. The front axle wheel bearings may not have been correctly seated possibly resulting in a front wheel detaching.

    Risk: The loss of a front wheel would increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front axle wheel bearing retaining rings, correcting their position as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

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 common are suspension, wheels & tire problems on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris?
NHTSA lists 17 complaints in this area for the 2017 Metris, which is 59% of all 29 complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do these problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 23,500 miles.
Is there a recall related to tires or suspension on the 2017 Metris?
Yes. Recall 22V482000 covers an incorrect maximum combined load weight capacity value for the tires, and recall 17V651000 covers front axle wheel bearing retaining rings that may not have been correctly seated.
Have these tire and suspension issues caused crashes or injuries?
NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2017 Metris shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.
How does 2017 compare to other Metris model years for this problem area?
The 2017 Metris's 17 complaints represent 59% of that year's total, higher than 2016 (17%) and 2020 (29%) but lower than 2018, which reached 68%.

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.