# Service bulletin V\-RC\-2018070002

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10143617
- Published by NHTSA: 2018\-08\-13
- Manufacturer's number: V\-RC\-2018070002
- Manufacturer's date: 2018\-07\-03
- NHTSA component: STRUCTURE; POWER TRAIN

## NHTSA's summary

Transmission carrier attachment: Daimler AG, has determined thatin certain Model 447 vehicles, the screw connection of the transmission carrier to the vehicle body may not be tightened with the specified torque.

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2018/MC-10143617-9999.pdf)
- [If that address does not open, try this one](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2018/MC-10143617-0001.pdf)

The document is the manufacturer's. This site does not hold it.

## Components

Body and frame, Transmission and driveline

## Vehicles listed

- 2015 MERCEDES\-BENZ METRIS
- 2016 to 2017 MERCEDES\-BENZ METRIS

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [18V497000](/recalls/nhtsa/18V497000.md), 2018-07-29: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- [18V335000](/recalls/nhtsa/18V335000.md), 2018-05-22: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- [16V342000](/recalls/nhtsa/16V342000.md), 2016-05-24: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [LI80.20\-N\-079697](/bulletins/11034417.md), 2026-07-02, Service bulletin: STRUCTURE:BODY. 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 tone alerting the sliding door is ajar when the door is completely closed Cause There are several reasons that lead to the failure occurring: \- Mechanical damage through bending when loading and unloading \- Worn contact plates \-\-\> After detachment of silver plating, the coper plate is corroded \- Movement of sliding door/body when driving \-\-\> Contact pins do not always make contact with contact plate \-\-\> Central locking system fault message in instrument cluster Remedy In a problem case, replace contact switch for vehicles with \+T50/\+T55/\+EL9 or contact plate with A4478201903. Remember to check the fit of the sliding doors and make any necessary adjustments as per AR72.16\-S\-1023E \(447/448\) and AR72.16\-D\-1023TS \(907/910\). Further valid damage codes: 82326 Contact switch for central locking system on sliding door 82347 Contact plate for central locking system on sliding door 53196 K/Z contact plate for central locking system on sliding door 82645 Contact switch for sliding door
- [LI27.19\-N\-079793](/bulletins/11023982.md), 2025-10-07, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. Complaint Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 \(fully integrated transmission control unit \(VGS\)\) not listed in quick test and/or no communication possible with VGS. Cause Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 Remedy For vehicles with 722.9 transmission: Ensure LI54.15\-P\-057373 is performed before replacing any component parts. After processing and complying with the above document\(s\): 1. Perform an ignition reset on Y3/8n4 \(VGS\) 2. Inspect transmission connector for loose connections, damaged wiring or pins and any other concerns. If communication with the VGS cannot be established, the complete valve body \('electrohydraulic controller unit \(EHS\)'\) must be replaced. Installation of a VGS repair kit is not permitted in this case as it is not possible to transfer the necessary valve characteristics without communication with the original control unit.
- [LI08.10\-N\-078545](/bulletins/11009854.md), 2024-11-05, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. Complaint: Noises when reversing slowly \<5 km/h \(squeaking\) Cause: There is a seal in the electric drivetrain that seals off the coolant system from the electric motor. This seal is moistened with coolant during forward travel. As a result of the change in rotational direction when reversing slowly, it may be the case that this sealing ring is no longer moistened. Squeaking noises may occur as a result of the so\-called "stick\-slip effect". This behavior does not impact the function or durability of the sealing ring and electric drivetrain. Remedy: Do not replace any parts. Explain the cause of the noises to the customer.
- [V\-RC\-2020070008](/bulletins/10180324.md), 2020-09-28, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT. Propeller Shaft
- [LI72 20\-N\-062702](/bulletins/10162619.md), 2019-07-15, Service bulletin: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE. Liftgate deformed below the star
- [V\-RC\-2018060012](/bulletins/10143615.md), 2018-08-13, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. Transmission carrier attachment.
- [V\-RC\-2018060012](/bulletins/10143246.md), 2018-07-30, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Transmission carrier attachment.
- [LI72.16\-N\-062704](/bulletins/10136064.md), 2018-05-07, Service bulletin: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. Noises from sliding door while driving

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