NHTSA Complaint #11653270 — 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ METRIS

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11653270
Vehicle	2016 MERCEDES-BENZ METRIS
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	May 1, 2024
Date Filed	April 7, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NJ

Consumer Description

position sensor for intake camshaft had a malfunction. Position of intake camshaft implausible. Intake camshaft pick up wheel was not in sync with timing. Antique camshaft was out of sync by 180°. This caused a loss of power and engine functionality while underway.

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