Mercedes Benz Metris vs Lexus RX330
Both cars' complete complaint records, side by side.
Read the totals carefully. NHTSA publishes no sales figures, so the car that sold more collects more complaints regardless of quality. The rows worth weighing are the proportions — the share of complaints that involved harm, and which part dominates.
| Measure | Mercedes Benz Metris | Lexus RX330 |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints on file | 264 | 659 |
| Model years covered | 2015–2023 | 2004–2011 |
| Worst model year | 2016 | 2004 |
| Best model year | 2019 | 2006 |
| Crashes reported | 4 | 81 |
| Fires reported | 2 | 4 |
| Injuries reported | 4 | 36 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 5 |
| Most complained-about part | Fuel & Propulsion | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| Share of complaints involving harm | 3.8% | 19.1% |
Mercedes Benz Metris by year
What breaks
Fuel & Propulsion
49
18.6%
Tires
45
17.0%
Other & Unspecified
27
10.2%
Engine & Cooling
23
8.7%
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
23
8.7%
Wheels
21
8.0%
Steering
20
7.6%
Electrical System
17
6.4%
Lexus RX330 by year
What breaks
Transmission & Drivetrain
94
14.3%
Brakes
89
13.5%
Body & Structure
83
12.6%
Lights
63
9.6%
Acceleration & Cruise Control
60
9.1%
Steering
46
7.0%
Engine & Cooling
43
6.5%
Other & Unspecified
43
6.5%