MERCEDES-BENZ 2016-2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The integrated backup battery compartment located underneath the front passenger's se…

Recall #: 19V715000

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Mercedes-benz recalled Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicl….

MERCEDES-BENZ 2016-2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY was recalled by Mercedes-benz in October 8, 2019. Reason: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The integrated …. Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz dealers will install covers over the battery …. Verify recall #19V715000 with the NHTSA before acting.

The recall

Mercedes-benz issued this NHTSA recall-Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The integrated ….

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agency class: October 8, 2019
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Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #19V715000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

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Product description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The integrated backup battery compartment located underneath the front passenger's seat may not have its own cover, potentially exposing the battery when the seat is moved forward.

Reason for recall

Hazard

If conductive material, such as metal, unintentionally drops into the opening and contacts the terminals on the battery, an electrical short can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy, what to do

DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz dealers will install covers over the battery compartment area, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on December 2, 2019. The recall began March 9, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SITZAB.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the NHTSA recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	19V715000
Date reported	October 8, 2019
Date initiated	October 8, 2019
Recalling firm	Mercedes-benz
Affected scope	Not disclosed
Distribution	United States
Official source	NHTSA notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

What to do with this recall

DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz dealers will install covers over the battery compartment area, free of charge. DVU…

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the NHTSA on October 8, 2019. NHTSA does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 19V715000.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: United States.

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Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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