Lane Departure Problems of Mercedes Benz Metris

Mercedes Benz Metris owners have reported 3 lane departure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common lane departure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's blind spot detection (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's assist (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Lane Departure related problems of Mercedes Benz Metris

Problem Category Number of Problems
Blind Spot Detection problems
2
Assist problems
1

Recently reported Lane Departure problems of Mercedes Benz Metris

The Blind Spot Detection problem

There is an open recall for 3 months whereby there is a possibility that wheels are inappropriately specified and not able to carry body weight. My van is constantly have trouble with tires/wheels breaking, ripping within no time. I feel like I’m buying new tires every 1-1. 5 years.   Read details...

The Assist problem

This incident happened to an employee driving a mercedes Metris for work. The Metris was involved in a multi car accident. The driver reported that the steering wheel "took over" and would not let them maneuver out of the way to avoid a vehicle that had rear ended the vehicle in front of   Read details...




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