2016 MERCEDES-BENZ METRIS

The auction record lists the vehicle as a 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris with a “CERTIFICATE OF TITLE (P)” condition designation and “MINOR DENT/SCRATCHES” as the primary damage classification. Stage 1 reports that visible localized scuffing and surface scratches support the minor dent/scratches classification. However, the certificate-of-title status cannot be confirmed from the photographs. The documented damage is cosmetic and appears minor. The black lower rocker-panel trim beneath the front and sliding doors has light-colored abrasion and multiple scuff marks along the lower edge. Additional surface abrasion and irregular light marks are visible on the rocker trim beneath the sliding-door area. Several thin, light-colored scratches are present on the lower-middle portion of the visible front door exterior. Inside, the outer lower bolster of the visible front seat shows abrasion, creasing, and light cracking consistent with upholstery wear. No other damage findings were provided. Mechanical, structural, and operational condition are not established by these findings and should be checked in person. According to the VIN decode, this is a 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris van with rear-wheel-drive configuration listed as 4x2, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a five-door body configuration. The vehicle was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz AG in Spain. The decode does not provide a transmission type or equipment-option list. Official NHTSA recall records identify multiple recalls for this model year. The buyer should verify the VIN-specific completion status with Mercedes-Benz or an authorized dealer before purchase. Campaign 16V342000 concerns potentially improperly welded rear differential gears on certain vehicles manufactured from September through December 2015; failure could result in loss of power to the wheels. Campaign 18V335000 concerns transmission-support mounting bolts that may damage the driveshaft, while campaign 18V837000 concerns a fuel hose that may leak and create a fire risk. Steering-related recalls include campaign 17V595000, involving improperly welded electric power-steering control-unit contact pins, and campaign 19V290000, concerning aluminum power-steering motor bolts that may corrode and fracture on vehicles sold or registered in specified states. Campaign 17V244000 concerns front seat-belt pretensioners that may not function properly. Other recorded recalls include campaign 17V272000 for software that may affect the stability-control, air-bag, or engine-management systems; campaign 17V148000 for vehicles intended to have blind-spot monitoring but equipped with components that do not support the function; campaign 19V715000 for an exposed auxiliary battery compartment beneath the front passenger seat; campaign 21V055000 for incorrect emergency-call location communication; and campaign 22V066000 for a brake-fluid reservoir that may detach. Campaign 22V099000 concerns a rearview camera image that may freeze. Campaign 22V482000 concerns incorrect tire load-capacity information and, where necessary, inspection or replacement of affected tires. Recall repairs should be confirmed as completed, and the van should undergo a comprehensive inspection covering the drivetrain, steering, brakes, electrical systems, tires, camera operation, seat belts, and the underside before finalizing the purchase.