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2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2020 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 8
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 2
Latest campaign: Sep 9, 2024

Recall summary by component8

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Latches/locks/linkages	3	Sep 9, 2024	24V659000 21V353000 20V247000
Electrical system	3	Feb 17, 2023	23V097000 22V365000 21V058000
Air bags	1	Jul 12, 2021	21V527000
Power train	1	Feb 14, 2020	20V090000

Safety recalls8

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

2Fixable over the air

Sep 9, 2024Latest campaign


Sep 9, 202424V659000	Latches/locks/linkages: doors lock 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. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V659000 What's wrong 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. 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. Filed under Amg G63, G 550 Campaign NHTSA 24V659000 · Sep 9, 2024
Feb 17, 202323V097000	Electrical system: wiring A loss of anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V097000 What's wrong 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). 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. Filed under Amg G63, G550 Campaign NHTSA 23V097000 · Feb 17, 2023
May 20, 202222V365000	Electrical system: software A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders… Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 22V365000 What's wrong 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. 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. Filed under Amg G63, G 550 Campaign NHTSA 22V365000 · May 20, 2022
Jul 12, 202121V527000	Air bags: sensor side impact Air bags and seatbelts that don't function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V527000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG CLS53, E350, E450, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, 2020 S450, S560, G550, AMG GLC63, 2020-2021 GLC300, and AMG G63 vehicles. The side crash sensor connectors may come loose, which could delay the activation of air bags and seatbelts during a side impact crash. Risk Air bags and seatbelts that don't function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the side impact crash sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021070032/33. Filed under Amg G63, G 550 Campaign NHTSA 21V527000 · Jul 12, 2021
May 14, 202121V353000	Latches/locks/linkages: doors latch 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. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V353000 What's wrong 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. 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 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. Filed under Amg G63, G 550 Campaign NHTSA 21V353000 · May 14, 2021
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, G 550 Campaign NHTSA 21V058000 · Feb 5, 2021

Merged from NHTSA model names: Amg G63, G 550, G550, G63. 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 component2

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

2Complaints filed

0Involving a crash

0Involving a fire

0Injuries reported

Component	Share	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Engine		1	50	0	0	0
Unknown or other		1	50	0	0	0

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

Engine
“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.”
Filed 01/11/2026 · ODI 11710210
Unknown or other
“I have a brand-new vehicle that went into a serious safety recall in february. Since being notified in early march, the manufacturer continues to suggest there is nothing they can do to remedy the situation (no parts…”
Filed 05/06/2020 · ODI 11323601

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2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class have?

NHTSA lists 8 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. The most recent, 24V659000 (reported September 9, 2024), concerns latches/locks/linkages. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class recalls for?

The largest group is latches/locks/linkages, with 3 campaigns. Others: electrical system (3), air bags (1), power train (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 1 complaint out of 2 filed with NHTSA (50%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2020 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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