Mercedes-Benz Metris recall: Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module
Official safety recall 26V070000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz Metris | 2020 | United States |
| Mercedes-Benz Metris | 2022 | United States |
| Mercedes-Benz Metris | 2023 | United States |
The problem
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.
An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
The official 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. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2KORSRS. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 13, 2026.