Model year 2019 · Mercedes-Benz

2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 13 safety recall campaigns for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. The most recent was reported on September 9, 2024. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: AMG G63, G 550, G63.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class, newest first
NHTSA number	Reported	Component
24V659000	September 9, 2024	Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Lock
23V097000	February 17, 2023	Electrical System › Wiring
22V365000	May 20, 2022	Communication › Auto Crash Notification
21V961000	December 13, 2021	Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail
21V564000	July 23, 2021	Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
21V353000	May 14, 2021	Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
21V058000	February 5, 2021	Communication › Auto Crash Notification
20V247000	May 1, 2020	Equipment › Other › Labels
20V090000	February 14, 2020	Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
20V048000	January 27, 2020	Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/Supercharger
19V820000	November 18, 2019	Electrical System › Wiring
19V788000	November 1, 2019	Seat Belts
18V761000	October 29, 2018	Electrical System › Software

Systems involved: Electrical System (5) · Latches/Locks/Linkages (3) · Communication (2) · Fuel System, Gasoline (2) · Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (1) · Engine And Engine Cooling (1) · Equipment (1) · Power Train (1) · Seat Belts (1) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1) · Structure (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 24V659000

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Lock

Report received by NHTSA: September 9, 2024
Owner notification: October 11, 2024
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 134 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class: August 2, 2018 – December 6, 2022
Model names in the NHTSA record: AMG G63, G 550

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 G 550 and 2019-2022 G63 AMG vehicles that received a replacement door latch during a service visit or prior recall repair. Components within the right-side rear door latch may prevent the rear doors from latching or opening properly.

Safety risk

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.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the right-side rear door latches, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 11, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicles in this recall that were previously repaired under recall 21V-353 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V659000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V097000Manufacturer no. 2023030005

Electrical System › Wiring

Report received by NHTSA: February 17, 2023
Owner notification: April 10, 2023
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 26,116 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: AMG G63, G 550

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 G550 and AMG G63 vehicles. 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).

Safety risk

A loss of anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023030005.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V097000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V365000Manufacturer no. See Recall Schedule

Communication › Auto Crash Notification

Report received by NHTSA: May 20, 2022
Owner notification: July 8, 2022
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 242,722 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class: August 5, 2016 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record: AMG G63, G 550

Components: Communication › Auto Crash Notification; Electrical System › Software

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. 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.

Safety 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 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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V365000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V961000Manufacturer no. 2022030003

Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail

Report received by NHTSA: December 13, 2021
Owner notification: April 22, 2022
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 139 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: AMG G63, G 550

Components: Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail; Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Injectors

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine. During the manufacturing process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak.

Safety risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030003.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V961000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V564000Manufacturer no. 2021080003

Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly

Report received by NHTSA: July 23, 2021
Owner notification: September 3, 2021
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 3 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: G 550

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 G550 vehicles. The fuel tank may not have been welded properly during manufacturing, which could result in a fuel leak.

Safety risk

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

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V564000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V353000Manufacturer no. 2021060007/14

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch

Report received by NHTSA: May 14, 2021
Owner notification: July 9, 2021
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 17,800 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: AMG G63, G 550

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 G550 and G63 AMG vehicles. Components within the door latch may prevent the rear doors from latching or opening properly.

Safety risk

Remedy

Dealers will replace the rear door latches, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Note: Vehicles repaired prior to this recall must return to dealers to have the remedy performed. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2021060007 and 2021060014.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V353000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V058000Manufacturer no. 2021020025

Communication › Auto Crash Notification

Report received by NHTSA: February 5, 2021
Owner notification: March 12, 2021
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 1,292,258 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: AMG G63, G 550

Components: Communication › Auto Crash Notification; Electrical System › Software

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. 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.

Safety risk

Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

Remedy

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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V058000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 20V247000Manufacturer no. 2020050034

Equipment › Other › Labels

Report received by NHTSA: May 1, 2020
Owner notification: June 26, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 6,659 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: G 550, G63

Components: Equipment › Other › Labels; Latches/Locks/Linkages

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

If an unrestrained child unexpectedly opens a door, they may fall from the vehicle increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020050034.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 20V247000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 20V090000Manufacturer no. 2020070005

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Report received by NHTSA: February 14, 2020
Owner notification: August 21, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 6,300 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: AMG G63, G 550

Components: Electronic Stability Control (ESC); Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit; Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system or anti-lock brakes may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070005.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 20V090000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 20V048000Manufacturer no. 2020020023

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/Supercharger

Report received by NHTSA: January 27, 2020
Owner notification: March 20, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 2,518 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: AMG G63

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 E63 AMG 4MATIC, E63S AMG 4MATIC Wagon, S63 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, S63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, and S63 AMG 4MATIC and 2019 G63 AMG 4MATIC, AMG GT63 4MATIC, AMG GT63S 4MATIC vehicles equipped with 4.0L 8-cylinder gasoline turbocharged engines. The oil feed line to the turbocharger may leak.

Safety risk

An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil feed line to the turbocharger, free of charge. The recall began March 20, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020020023.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 20V048000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V820000Manufacturer no. 2020020021

Electrical System › Wiring

Report received by NHTSA: November 18, 2019
Owner notification: March 20, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 2,427 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class: January 11, 2018 – December 3, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: G 550, G63

Components: Electrical System › Wiring; Structure › Body › Door

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

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.

Remedy

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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020020021.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V820000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V788000Manufacturer no. 2020020017

Seat Belts

Report received by NHTSA: November 1, 2019
Owner notification: March 13, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 29,720 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class: June 2, 2018 – October 31, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: G 550, G63

Defect summary

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 4MATIC, GLC63 AMG 4MATIC, GT63 AMG four-door 4MATIC, and GT63S AMG four-door 4MATIC vehicles. Although correctly fastened, the front seat belts may be inaccurately detected as being unfastened, which may cause the electric PRE-SAFE®-function and the pretensioner to be deactivated.

Safety risk

The electric PRE-SAFE®-function and the seat belt pretensioners may not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020020017.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V788000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V761000Manufacturer no. 2019030012

Electrical System › Software

Report received by NHTSA: October 29, 2018
Owner notification: April 12, 2019
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 119 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class: December 7, 2017 – October 19, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: G 550, G63

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300, C300 4Matic, C300 4Matic Cabrio, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 Coupe, C300 Cabrio, C43 AMG, C43 AMG Cabrio, C43 AMG Coupe, CLS450, CLS450 4Matic, CLS53 AMG 4Matic, E53 AMG 4Matic, E450 4Matic, E450 4Matic Coupe, E53 AMG 4Matic Coupe, G550, and G63 AMG vehicles. The Central Powertrain Controller (CPC) control unit could reset while driving, possibly causing an engine stall.

Safety risk

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the CPC control unit software, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019030012.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V761000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: September 10, 2024.