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Mercedes-Benz Vito Vito long 111 CDI Functional common faults.

2014–2024, van, diesel, 114 HP.

The fault list covers: OM622DE16LA engine, MB6MT transmission.

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1 fault write-ups. Important. 16 recalls.

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Known faults

1 important faults

In May 2018 it emerged that in the view of the German federal motor transport authority (KBA), Daimler had used an illegal defeat device in the exhaust after treatment of the Vito 1.6 litre diesel (OM 622) to the Euro 6 standard.

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The KBA therefore ordered a recall on 6,300 vehicles, of which 1,372 were in Germany.

This is the smallest diesel in the W447 Vito/V-Class range, and it often reaches the used market after fleet use. Whether the software update was done cannot be read from the registration documents: only the franchised dealer can tell you, by VIN.

This is not the affair of the larger 2.1 (OM651) or the later 2.0 (OM654). Those have separate campaigns with different numbers. This covers only the 1.6 OM622.

What to check

  • Check which engine is fitted: this applies only to the 1.6 litre OM622 (badged as Vito 109/111/114 CDI)
  • Ask the franchised dealer by VIN whether the KBA recall applies, and whether it was carried out
  • On an imported car with a fleet history, ask for the German service history
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Mercedes-Benz Vito Vito long 111 CDI Functional

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Official recall16 recallsShow

The manufacturer fixes these for free at a franchised dealer. Ask with the VIN whether it was done.

Most recent: 6 February 2026

26V070000AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULEAIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE6 February 2026 · NHTSA (USA)

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020 and 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris right-hand-drive vehicles. Water may accumulate on the air bag control unit, which can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended.

Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will install a cover on the air bag control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning April 10, 2026. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2KORSRS. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 13, 2026.

The authority's notice

25V463000EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNITEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT11 July 2025 · NHTSA (USA)

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The electrical connections for the infotainment system may not be properly secured, which can cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the infotainment system connection, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 11, 2025. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2GARPIN.

The authority's notice

23V444000FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP26 June 2023 · NHTSA (USA)

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Sprinter and 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is 4790205.

The authority's notice

22V360000ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWAREELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE20 May 2022 · NHTSA (USA)

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter, Mercedes-Benz Metris, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.

Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update, or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 13, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SIMKOM/VS3SIMKOM.

The authority's notice

22V134000FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS8 March 2022 · NHTSA (USA)

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The connection of the upper and lower fuel hoses to the engine may be insecure, which can result in a fuel leak.

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

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel hose connections, and replace the clamps and fuel hose, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2KRAUCH.

The authority's notice

22V066000SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUIDSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID8 February 2022 · NHTSA (USA)

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.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the brake fluid reservoir mounting, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 2, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2BE42BRE.

The authority's notice

21V513000SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTORSEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR7 July 2021 · NHTSA (USA)

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Metris, and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt assemblies. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 21, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA's customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

The authority's notice

21V106000SEATSSEATS23 February 2021 · NHTSA (USA)

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles equipped with an adjustable front passenger seat. The front passenger seat frame base may not have been welded properly.

Risk: An improperly welded seat frame base may have reduced stability, which can increase the risk of injury to the occupant in a crash.

Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat frame base, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on May 6, 2021. The recall began May 13, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SITZNAT.

The authority's notice

A12/00382/23Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The drainage pipe for the fuel filter can rub against the underbody panel while driving. This can lead to diesel leakage, creating a risk of accidents, injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

A12/00821/21Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

A brake caliper bracket on the front axle is not sufficiently stable. This may lead to reduced service brake performance, increasing the risk of an accident.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

A12/00826/22Safety recallFireno date · EU Safety Gate

The coolant pump, which is controlled via vacuum, may have a leak between the coolant and vacuum circuits so the coolant may enter the vacuum circuit. If the electric switchover valves are exposed to coolant, due to an electrochemical reaction, this can lead to a continuous increase in the temperature of the component part, which could cause fire. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technicalunits intended for such vehicles.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

A12/01042/22Safety recallFire, Injuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The controllable coolant pump may have a leak between the coolant and vacuum circuit via negative pressure and allow coolant to enter it. If the electric switchover valves are exposed to coolant, a continuous increase in the component part temperature may occur and cause fire. In addition, the brake booster may become damaged over time and reduce brake performance that could lead to an accident. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

A12/01072/22Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

A coding of a control unit may not match the individual vehicle equipment so that the affected control units may malfunction. As a result, some functions of the electronic stability program control unit may not be fully available, thus changing the braking and control behavior, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

A12/01356/21Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

Due to a production fault, the functioning of the side airbags may be impaired. This will increase the risk of injury in the event of an accident.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

INFO/00127/21Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

Under certain conditions there may be a gear recognition malfunction, causing the reversing light to stop working.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

INFO/00131/21Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The functioning of the emergency call system may in some cases be impaired. The communication module software will be updated on affected vehicles.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

Engine and transmission

OM622DE16LA

65–84 kW (88–114 HP) · diesel

MB6MT · 6-speed manual, longitudinal (Mercedes-Benz)

manual · 6 speed

Torque limit450 Nm
MakerMercedes-Benz

We built the code from the model and the gear count. The factory sheet does not state it.

Variant data

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Factory data

Trim
Vito long 111 CDI Functional
Body
van
Fuel
diesel
Transmission
manual
Engine size
1598 cc
Power
84 kW (114 HP)
Drive
FWD
Production
2014–2024

Factory service interval

The manufacturer specifies this for this version. Of the mileage and the time, the one that comes first is the one that counts.

  • Air filter

    • 60,000 km or 4 years
  • Cabin (pollen) filter

    • 30,000 km or 2 years
  • Brake fluid change

    • first: 3 years, then 2 years(first change at 3 years, then every two years)
  • Timing belt, 1.6 / 2.0 TDI (EA188/EA189/EA288)

    • 210,000 km(EA288, including the 1.6 TDI, with no time limit. 130,000 miles = 209,215 km. Parts maker repair specification, read by a human. The interval chart at https://www.rwcmotorsport.com/tech/tdi-maintenance.php gives the same figure independently.)
  • Fuel filter, diesel

    • 60,000 km or 2 years

Information, not an expert opinion

We write the descriptions, and we put the source next to them. A person reviews them before they go out. They are still information, not a technical expert opinion.

  • A fault on the list does not mean the car you are looking at has it.
  • A fault missing from the list does not mean the model is fault-free. Write-ups are made model by model. Not all of them are done.
  • You decide whether to buy. This is no substitute for an inspection. That needs a workshop and a history check.
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