2019 Mercedes-Benz G 550: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2019 Mercedes-Benz G 550: 12 recalls, 5 owner complaints and up to 14 mpg combined.
Recalls
12 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #18V761000 · 2018 · 119 vehicles
What's wrong: The central powertrain controller (cpc) control unit could reset while driving, possibly causing an engine stall.
Why it matters: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the cpc control unit software, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #19V788000 · 2019 · 29,720 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2018 e400 wagon 4matic, e400 4matic, e43 amg 4matic, 2018-2019 e63s amg 4matic wagon, e63 amg 4matic wagon, e300, e300 4matic, glc63s coupe amg 4matic, 2019 cls450, cls450 4matic, cls53 amg 4matic, e450 wagon, e53 amg 4matic, glc300, glc63 amg coupe 4matic, g550 4matic, g63 amg, glc300 coupe 4matic, glc300 4matic, glc350e 4matic, glc43 amg coupe 4matic, glc43 amg…
Why it matters: The electric pre-safeâ®-function and the seat belt pretensioners May not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt buckles, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2020.
Body & structure, Electrical Vehicle recall #19V820000 · 2019 · 2,427 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2019 g550 4matic and g63 amg vehicles. The front door wiring harnesses May have been improperly routed causing damage to the individual wires during opening and closing of the front doors.
Why it matters: The damage to certain wires can impact safety features such as the side impact restraint system, the automatic unlocking of the door in the event of a crash, or the vehicle location in the event of an emergency call. These scenarios increases the risk of an injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, modify, or replace the front door wiring harness in the event damage has occurred, free of charge. The recall began March 20, 2020.
Stability control, Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #20V090000 · 2020 · 6,300 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2019-2020 g550 4matic and g63 amg 4matic vehicles. An electrical resistor within the differential locking module May malfunction, interrupting communication between the control unit and the differential locking actuator, possibly resulting in the deactivation of the electronic stability program (esp) and anti-lock brake system (ABS) while driving.
Why it matters: Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system or anti-lock brakes May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the differential locking modules and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 21, 2020.
Latches & locks, Equipment Vehicle recall #20V247000 · 2020 · 6,659 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2019-2020 g550 and g63 vehicles. The embossed lock symbol for the child safety lock on the rear doors May indicate the incorrect lock status of the child safety lock.
Why it matters: If an unrestrained child unexpectedly opens a door, they May fall from the vehicle increasing their risk of injury.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will install a label on the rear doors with the correct operating direction, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2020.
Communication, Electrical Vehicle recall #21V058000 · 2021 · 1,292,258 vehicles
What's wrong: Please refer to the part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module May fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (ecall) in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: Failure of the ecall system May result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #21V353000 · 2021 · 17,800 vehicles
What's wrong: Components within the door latch May prevent the rear doors from latching or opening properly.
Why it matters: The rear door May appear closed even when the latch is not fully engaged, allowing the door to open while driving and increasing the risk of injury or a crash. Damaged latch components May prevent the rear door from being opened while inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear door latches, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2021.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #21V564000 · 2021 · 3 vehicles
What's wrong: The fuel tank May not have been welded properly during manufacturing, which could result in a fuel leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021.
Fuel system, Fuel system Vehicle recall #21V961000 · 2021 · 139 vehicles
What's wrong: During the manufacturing process, particles May have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022.
Communication, Electrical Vehicle recall #22V365000 · 2022 · 242,722 vehicles
What's wrong: Please refer to mbusa's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's sim card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (ecall) system.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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 July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V097000 · 2023 · 26,116 vehicles
What's wrong: The front axle wiring harness May chafe against an oil cooler and become damaged, which can cause a loss of anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control (esc).
Why it matters: A loss of anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and either install a protective sleeve or replace the front axle wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2023.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #24V659000 · 2024 · 134 vehicles
What's wrong: Components within the right-side rear door latch May prevent the rear doors from latching or opening properly.
Why it matters: The rear door May appear closed even when the latch is not fully engaged, allowing the door to open while driving and increasing the risk of injury or a crash. Damaged latch components May prevent the rear door from being opened while inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the right-side rear door latches, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 11, 2024.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Stability control (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (2): the most common themes are door / lock issues (2).
- Brakes (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz G 550 has 5 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 6 G 550 model years for complaints (1.9× the average G 550 year). Complaints peaked in 2020 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 1,925 miles. Neighboring years: 2020 (2 complaints, 8 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 14 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz G 550 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 vehicle recalls for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz G 550. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2019 Mercedes-Benz G 550 problems?
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are stability control (2), electrical (2), brakes (1).
What gas mileage does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz G 550 get?
EPA ratings run up to 14 mpg combined (4.0 L, Automatic 9-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2019 Mercedes-Benz G 550 repair manual?
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