NHTSA Data Explorer

Mercedes-Benz G550

Data refreshed June 26, 2026

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Complaints

22

Active records

Recalls

28

Active records

TSBs

209

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

15

Crashes

1

Fires

1

Top reported issues — Mercedes-Benz G550

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Access/entry issue

5

Operating state

5

Condition issue

4

Engine behavior

3

Steering behavior

3

Braking behavior

2

Reporting mechanism

2

Vibration/harshness

2

Communication/network issue

1

Driver assistance issue

1

Lighting behavior

1

Noise

1

Ride/handling behavior

1

Starting behavior

1

Wiper/washer behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2020 MERCEDES-BENZ G 550

Filed Jan 11, 2026


On this vehicle the oil pump-oil control valve has malfunctioned. The vehicle has 54000 miles on it and the repair costs $8500. The part is only $300 but the transmission must be removed to repair the vehicle. The safety of people is not compromised by the part. The malfunction has been confirmed by the dealer. The malfunction has been reported to mercedes, the warranty company also. The check engine light came on and notified us there was a problem.

2019 MERCEDES-BENZ G 550

Filed Jul 24, 2025


The driver-side door latch on my 2019 Mercedes-Benz G550 is malfunctioning. The door fails to securely close or stay latched, even when shut firmly. This poses a serious safety hazard while driving, as the door may open unexpectedly during motion or remain partially ajar. I have not been involved in any accidents, and the vehicle is well maintained. The issue seems mechanical in nature and affects the structural integrity of the door and its latching mechanism. I contacted an authorized…

2022 MERCEDES-BENZ G 550

Filed Aug 7, 2024


See attached document for complaint

2022 MERCEDES-BENZ G 550

Filed Jul 22, 2024


The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz G550. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V880000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

2021 MERCEDES-BENZ G 550

Filed Jun 5, 2024


Shortly after purchasing a new Mercedes Benz 2021 G550 on [XXX], the SUV started having electrical problems. During early 2022 the vehicle shut off while at a red light and would not restart until a few minutes later. No warning light or error message was seen and when taken to the dealership they could not find anything wrong. Several months later the vehicle stopped/stalled almost causing an accident on the highway. This time the dealership did find something wrong and repaired or replaced…

2021 MERCEDES-BENZ G 550

Filed Jan 17, 2024


The brakes locked up in the vehicle and computer system nearly causing deadly accident.

2016 MERCEDES-BENZ G550

Filed Nov 7, 2023


The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz G550. The contact stated that the front driver's side door failed to close securely after entering the vehicle. The contact tied a cable around the front driver's side door and headrest to keep the door closed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the front driver's side door lock actuator and release cable were fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The…

2019 MERCEDES-BENZ G 550

Filed Oct 9, 2023


Windshield cracked on its own with no motive

2021 MERCEDES-BENZ G 550

Filed Aug 27, 2023


15 injured
Crash
Fire

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2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550

Filed Aug 21, 2023


The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz G550. The contact stated that the vehicle was rusted. The contact stated that the suspension and body were rusted in several locations. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who referred him to the manufacturer. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed him that the rust would continue to expand. The manufacturer was contacted and referred him to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 79,280.

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Updated June 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.