Sell your 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris for cash

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris is a vehicle that came with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine. At 10 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris at a glance

Body styleSpecial Purpose Vehicle 2WD
Engines2.0L 4-cyl (turbocharged versions available)
TransmissionsAutomatic 7-spd
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline
Fuel economy20–21 city / 23–24 highway / 22 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,750 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂396–414 grams per mile
EPA fuel economy score5 out of 10
EPA greenhouse gas score5 out of 10
Versions tested by EPA2 configurations: Metris (Passenger Van), Metris (Cargo Van)
Age10 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 10 years old, a 2016 Metris is newer than most junk cars, so working parts like the engine, transmission and body panels are in demand from rebuilders and parts buyers.
  • Weight: as a vehicle, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 13 recalls for the 2016 Metris. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the fuel/propulsion system, typically around 35,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris recalls

NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls covering the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

TiresJul 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V482000

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans. The value for the maximum combined load weight capacity of the tires is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire and Loading Information."

Risk: An overloaded vehicle may cause tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Back Over PreventionFeb 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V099000

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. A defective memory chip in the rearview camera may cause the display image to freeze.

Risk: A frozen rearview image does not show the live view of what is currently behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Service Brakes, HydraulicFeb 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V066000

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The brake fluid reservoir may be incorrectly mounted, which can allow it to detach.

Risk: A detached brake fluid reservoir can leak brake fluid, increasing the risk of a crash.

Electrical SystemFeb 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V055000

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Mercedes-Benz Metris and 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.

Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

Electrical SystemOct 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V715000

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.

Risk: 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.

SteeringApr 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V290000

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Metris vehicles sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington DC, West…

Risk: Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.

Fuel System, GasolineNov 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V837000

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The fuel hose in the engine compartment may leak at the lower connecting point of the transition hose, between the underbody fuel line and the Schrader valve and/or where the fuel line connects to the fuel pump.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Power TrainMay 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V335000

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The transmission support may not have been properly tightened to the vehicle body, potentially resulting in damage to the driveshaft.

Risk: Damage to the driveshaft could cause a loss of power to the wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.

SteeringSep 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V595000

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans. These vehicles have electrical power steering control units with improperly welded contact pins.

Risk: The improperly welded pins may lose contact, deactivating the power steering assist and increasing the risk of a crash.

Electrical SystemApr 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V272000

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Freightliner Sprinter and 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. During vehicle servicing, the affected vehicles received software updates that may conflict with some of the vehicle's computers.

Risk: The improper software may cause problems with the electronic stability control system, the air bag control unit or the engine management software. These problems can result in an increased risk of a crash or an increased risk of injury in t

Seat BeltsApr 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V244000

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash.

Risk: If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Lane DepartureMar 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V148000

Daimler Vans USA LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. 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.

Risk: 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.

Power TrainMay 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V342000

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes Benz Metris vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2015, through December 31, 2015. The affected vehicles have rear differential gears that may have been improperly welded.

Risk: The weld may fail and result in a loss of power to the wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.

Common 2016 Metris problems

Owners have filed 127 complaints about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris with NHTSA. 2 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 1 injury.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Fuel/Propulsion System37
  • Visibility/Wiper21
  • Engine17
  • Tires15
  • Unknown or Other15
  • Electrical System10

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Fuel/Propulsion System35,000 mi
  • Visibility/Wiper2,000 mi
  • Engine60,000 mi
  • Tires47,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other23,000 mi
  • Electrical System15,000 mi

2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 61 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Electrical System6
  • Equipment5
  • Engine4
  • Equipment4
  • Engine and Engine Cooling3
  • Fuel System3

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2026 · LI54_30-N-080701

    ASSYST PLUS service reminder appears earlier than expected due to vehicle operating conditions Complaint The ASSYST PLUS service reminder appears earlier than expected. T

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJun 2026 · LI80.20-N-079697

    Acoustic Warning or message occurring when a closed sliding door is not recognized Complaint Customer may state the warning message or indicator accompanied by acoustic t

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJun 2026 · LI49.10-N-080528

    OM642 DPF Filter Cracked or Broken Complaint Vehicle will not start or exhibits noisy exhaust. Check Engine Lamp (CEL) is on. Multiple control unit communication and syst

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 2026 · LI47.50-N-072080_4

    Check engine light on and FC P146264 stored in engine and fuel pump control units Complaint Check engine light active and FC P146264 Temp. and pressure sensor B4/15 is st

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris.

Fuel System, GasolinePE18002 · opened Mar 2018, closed Jun 2019Led to recall 18V837000

Low Pressure Fuel Supply Hose Leak

On November 27, 2018, Daimler Vans USA, LLC submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) to NHTSA describing two engine compartment fuel hose connection defects in certain model year (MY) 2016 and 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles (Recall 18V-837).The recall scope includes approximately 12,383 Metris vehicles manufactu

Selling a 2016 Metris: questions

How much is a 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2016 Metris that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2016 Metriss that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2016 Metris with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 13 recalls for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2016 Metris?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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