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2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2017 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 4
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 4
Latest campaign: Feb 5, 2021

Recall summary by component4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Electrical system	2	Feb 5, 2021	21V058000 18V457000
Service brakes, hydraulic	1	Dec 18, 2017	17V817000
Forward collision avoidance	1	Nov 14, 2017	17V713000

Safety recalls4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

1Fixable over the air

Feb 5, 2021Latest campaign


Feb 5, 202121V058000	Electrical system: software Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 21V058000 What's wrong 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. 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. Filed under Amg G63, Amg G65, G550 Campaign NHTSA 21V058000 · Feb 5, 2021
Jul 10, 201818V457000	Electrical system: software An unstable vehicle in reverse gear can lead to a vehicle rollover, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V457000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz G65 AMG vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with the incorrect reverse speed limitation software. While in reverse, any abrupt changes in steering while exceeding 16 MPH may cause the vehicle to become unstable. Risk An unstable vehicle in reverse gear can lead to a vehicle rollover, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit (ECU) software, free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Filed under Amg G65 Campaign NHTSA 18V457000 · Jul 10, 2018
Dec 18, 201717V817000	Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist vacuum Increased braking effort may increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V817000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mercedes G550 & G550 4x4 Squared vehicles. The vacuum hose for the brake booster may collapse resulting in increased braking effort. Risk Increased braking effort may increase the risk of a crash. Remedy MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vacuum hose, as necessary, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners will be notified of the recall in January 2018 and they will receive a second letter when the parts become available, currently expected to be in March 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018020010. Filed under G550 Campaign NHTSA 17V817000 · Dec 18, 2017
Nov 14, 201717V713000	Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control Increased braking effort and/or shifting to neutral would be needed to stop the vehicle, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a… DetailsHide details for campaign 17V713000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 G550 4Matic, G63 AMG, and G65 AMG vehicles. A malfunction of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), while Distronic Plus is engaged, may cause the engine to not reduce power, regardless of the vehicle's speed, driving situation or brake application. Risk Increased braking effort and/or shifting to neutral would be needed to stop the vehicle, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ESP control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017110012. Filed under Amg G65, G550 Campaign NHTSA 17V713000 · Nov 14, 2017

Merged from NHTSA model names: Amg G63, Amg G65, G550. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component4

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

4Complaints filed

0Involving a crash

0Involving a fire

0Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%
Unknown or other	3	75
Electronic stability control (ESC)	2	50
Service brakes	1	25
Air	1	25
Back over prevention	1	25

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Service brakes
“Dear NHTSA Please consider this a formal complaint against Mercedes-Benz for completely defective ABS and EPS systems which control handling, dynamic stability, and anti-lock braking.”
Filed 05/27/2021 · ODI 11418736
Unknown or other
“Please consider this a formal complaint against mercedes-benz for ongoing sensor and backup camera safety failures.”
Filed 04/21/2021 · ODI 11413169
Unknown or other
“Mercedes benz issued a recall notice nhtsa recall 21v058 ... Neither the dealer nor mercedes benz can provide the fix ... Nor will provide a path or date to the repair. See attached files.”
Filed 04/07/2021 · ODI 11406857

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2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. The most recent, 21V058000 (reported February 5, 2021), concerns electrical system. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class recalls for?

The largest group is electrical system, with 2 campaigns. Others: service brakes, hydraulic (1), forward collision avoidance (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?

Unknown or other is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 4 filed with NHTSA (75%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2017 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.

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