NHTSA recall 17V148000
Lane Departure · Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Details
What's wrong: These vans were to be equipped with the blind spot monitoring (bsm) feature, however, the installed instrument cluster and steering wheel does not support the function, and thus, the bsm system does not work on the vehicle.
Why it matters: If a vehicle is in the driver's blind spot, but the bsm system does not warn the driver, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct instrument cluster and steering wheel to enable the bsm function, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on May 8, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. The…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris, 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 17V148000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.