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2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints account for 19 of 28 total 2018 Metris complaints (68%). Nearly all describe delays getting parts for recall 22V482000, which covers incorrect tire load capacity labels, filed at a median mileage of 39,000.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
19
68% of 28
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
39,000 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

  • Owners report waiting long periods for recall 22V482000 (tire load capacity label) parts to become available, with dealers unable to complete the repair.
  • Some contacts say the manufacturer and dealer were notified about the delay but no remedy timeline was given.
  • One owner described the vehicle as unsteady and wobbly at freeway speed, saying the wheels felt too small for the van and that the dealer would not address it outside the recall.
  • A separate complaint tied wheel sensor failures to stability control and ABS warning lights, causing the vehicle to buck and lose acceleration before entering limp mode.
  • One owner said an unresolved open recall status blocked the vehicle from being used on a rental platform.

When 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 6, 2020, latest Nov 21, 2025.

2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris suspension, wheels & tires complaints: complaints filed per month3Nov 2020Dec 2022Mar 2023Dec 2023Mar 2024May 2024Sep 2024Nov 2025
19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2020 to Nov 2025; peak Aug 2024 (3).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2018 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

Is there a recall for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris suspension or tires?
Yes. Recall 22V482000, reported July 7, 2022, covers an incorrect maximum combined load weight capacity value for the tires; the remedy involves installing corrected labels and inspecting/replacing incorrect tires.
How common are suspension, wheel, and tire complaints on the 2018 Metris?
NHTSA lists 19 complaints in this area out of 28 total complaints for the 2018 Metris, or 68% of all complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do these problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 39,000 miles.
Have these suspension or tire issues caused crashes or injuries?
NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 injuries linked to these complaints for the 2018 Metris.

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.