2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris engine problems

16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris — 13% of all complaints for this model year.

Engine complaints

13%

share of all complaints

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median reported incident mileage

0 / 1

crash / fire reports

What owners report

“It has been two years after posting an issue with engine light on indicating the error code p052e which is a known problem on many models mercedes has. This metris van is not a passenger van but a commercial van. It has however the SAME engine and SAME error code as all the models mercedes having…”
filed Oct 24, 2025
“2016 Metris Engine M274 Check engine light, P052E71 Crankcase ventilation valve- Oil leakage- safety is compromised as this damage causes engine failure. The dealer has confirmed multiple oil leaks and other parts and service is required at extensive cost to me. This is the same damage and failure…”
filed May 9, 2025

Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.

Check engine light illuminated - Fault code current P04D-B79 The crankcase ventilation system is interrupted. Complaint: Check engine light on. Fault code P04DB79 is current in the engine control module (N3/10). Cause…
LI01.20-N-079115_1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 3, 2025
M274 poly-V belt squeaking noises, falls off, not aligned, broken
LI13.22-N-078825_1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 6, 2025
SMOG/Emissions Test fail due to one or more Readiness Monitors not set Complaint: The vehicle has failed the State Emissions Certification because one or more of the OBDII readiness monitors are not completely set…
LI49.00-N-078608 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 28, 2024

Year	Reports	Share
2018 Metris	2	7%
2017 Metris	2	7%