Mercedes-Benz G 550 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 25 owner complaints and 28 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz G 550, across 15 model years (2009–2025). The 2021 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Mercedes-Benz G 550 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No G 550 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2021 G 550: 7 complaints, 7 recalls
- 2019 G 550: 5 complaints, 12 recalls
- 2013 G 550: 4 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2009 G 550: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 2014 G 550: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
- 2016 G 550: 1 complaint, 4 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes-Benz G 550 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz G 550 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 G 550 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2023 G 550 | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2022 G 550 | 2 | 3 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2021 G 550 | 7 | 7 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2020 G 550 | 2 | 8 | — | Engine | |
| 2019 G 550 | 5 | 12 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2018 G 550 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2017 G 550 | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2016 G 550 | 1 | 4 | — | Latches/locks/linkages | |
| 2015 G 550 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2014 G 550 | 1 | 3 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2013 G 550 | 4 | 2 | — | Steering | |
| 2011 G 550 | 2 | 1 | — | Structure | |
| 2010 G 550 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2009 G 550 | 1 | 2 | — | Tires |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz G 550 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2021 (7), 2019 (5), 2013 (4). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz G 550?
Electrical System, with 6 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz G 550 have?
28 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.