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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2023 Mercedes-Benz G-Class recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
5
Park-it warnings
1
Complaints
6
Latest campaign
Sep 9, 2024

Recall summary by component5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsPark‑itLatestCampaign IDs
Fuel system, gasoline2–Dec 21, 2023
Latches/locks/linkages1–Sep 9, 2024
Visibility1–Mar 1, 2024
Power train11Dec 15, 2023

Safety recalls5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
1Park-it warnings
0Fixable 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
G 550
Campaign
NHTSA 24V659000 · Sep 9, 2024
Mar 1, 202424V170000

Visibility: defroster/defogger/HVAC system

In the event of a crash, the incorrect refrigerant may leak and increase the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V170000
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 AMG G 63 and 2023 G 550 vehicles. The air-conditioning system may not have been filled with the correct refrigerant.
Risk
In the event of a crash, the incorrect refrigerant may leak and increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the air-conditioning refrigerant, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 12, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030016.
Filed under
Amg G63, G550
Campaign
NHTSA 24V170000 · Mar 1, 2024
Dec 21, 202323V880000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 23V880000
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.
Filed under
Amg G63, G 550
Campaign
NHTSA 23V880000 · Dec 21, 2023
Dec 15, 202323V851000

Power train: driveline differential unit

Oil leaking onto the roadway may cause a road hazard for following traffic.

Do not drive until repaired
DetailsHide details for campaign 23V851000
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 AMG G63 special edition 4x4² (squared) vehicles. The rear axle differential housing may develop cracks, possibly resulting in oil leaking onto the roadway or axle failure.
Risk
Oil leaking onto the roadway may cause a road hazard for following traffic. Rear axle failure can result in a sudden loss of handling or drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Towing to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer may be necessary. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, August 23, 2024, and September 25, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024040012/050005. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 22V-937. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 22V-937 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Filed under
Amg G63
Campaign
NHTSA 23V851000 · Dec 15, 2023
Jun 26, 202323V445000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 23V445000
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.
Filed under
Amg G63
Campaign
NHTSA 23V445000 · Jun 26, 2023

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

Owner complaints by component6

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
6Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
1Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Fuel/propulsion system350000
Unknown or other233001
Engine233000
Power train117000

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

  • Unknown or other

    “I was badly burned by the exhaust when exiting the back left passenger seat.”

    Filed 11/27/2025 · ODI 11701813
  • Engine

    “Was driving the vehicle on the street when it turned off without notice. I pressed the gas pedal and noticed the vehicle did not accelerate.”

    Filed 07/09/2024 · ODI 11600650
  • Fuel/propulsion system

    “Recall notice was provided on December 15, 2023. As of today May 8, 2024, there are still no remedy in place or any update from the manufacturer.”

    Filed 05/08/2024 · ODI 11587747

Other Mercedes-Benz G-Class model years

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2023 Mercedes-Benz G-Class recall questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz G-Class have?

NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. The most recent, 24V659000 (reported September 9, 2024), concerns latches/locks/linkages. 1 campaign carries a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2023 Mercedes-Benz G-Class recalls for?

The largest group is fuel system, gasoline, with 2 campaigns. Others: latches/locks/linkages (1), visibility (1), power train (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?

Fuel/propulsion system is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 6 filed with NHTSA (50%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 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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