2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris Problems & Complaints

Average1.8× as many complaints as a typical year of the Metris at the same age

Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is about average for the Metris at the same age. The most reported problem area is the fuel & propulsion system (7 complaints, typically around 13,000 miles). 5 recalls cover this model year.

9complaints
5recalls
1crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris problems

  • Fuel & propulsion system~13,000 miles
    778%
  • Electrical system
    111%
  • Other / not specified
    111%

Share of the 9 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mercedes-Benz Metris complaints by model year

2015201620172018201920202021202220231127292897192
Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz Metris. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Metris years: 2015, 2021, 2019. Years to avoid: 2016. Compare all years →

2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris recalls (5)

Air bags › Air bag/restraint control module

NHTSA recall 26V-070 · Feb 6, 2026 · 52,360 vehicles

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020 and 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris right-hand-drive vehicles. Water may accumulate on the air bag control unit, which can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended.

Remedy: Dealers will install a cover on the air bag control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning April 10, 2026. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Video (touch)screen/monitor/unit

NHTSA recall 25V-463 · Jul 11, 2025 · 43,422 vehicles

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The electrical connections for the infotainment system may not be properly secured, which can cause the rearview camera image not to display.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the infotainment system connection, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 11, 2025. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 23V-881 · Dec 21, 2023 · 13,726 vehicles

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 5, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2024.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 23V-444 · Jun 26, 2023 · 20,500 vehicles

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Sprinter and 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is 4790205.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

NHTSA recall 22V-134 · Mar 8, 2022 · 42,132 vehicles

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The connection of the upper and lower fuel hoses to the engine may be insecure, which can result in a fuel leak.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel hose connections, and replace the clamps and fuel hose, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2022.

What 2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris owners say

Fuel & propulsion system

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V881000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle started sputtering and decelerating without warning. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off the vehicle, and waited a while before restarting the vehicle. The contact was able to continue driving without further issues. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the part to do the recall repair was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 13,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

13,000 miles · Nov 2023

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V881000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while accelerating, the vehicle was hesitating. There were no warning lights illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 4,650. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

5,000 miles · Dec 2023

2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo9-speed automaticRWD20 / 25 / 22

EPA ratings. Class: —.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris a good car?

Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Metris rates average: 1.8× as many complaints as a typical year of the Metris at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris?

The fuel & propulsion system — 7 complaints, 78% of all complaints for this model year. Next is the electrical system (1).

How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris have?

There are 5 recalls for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris, the most recent from February 6, 2026 (air bag/restraint control module). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz Metris?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2015, 2021 and 2019. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2016. See the full Mercedes-Benz Metris years comparison.

At what mileage do 2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 13,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.