2017 Mercedes-Benz G550 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other G550 years
- Not enough data 10th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550 so far. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 0owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
2017 Mercedes-Benz G550 recalls (3)
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Communication: auto crash notification; electrical system:software
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control; vehicle speed control:cruise control
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Other Mercedes-Benz G550 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 G550 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 G550 | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 G550 | 2 | 3 |
| 2021 G550 | 7 | 7 |
| 2020 G550 | 2 | 8 |
| 2019 G550 | 5 | 12 |
| 2018 G550 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | 0 | 3 |
| 2016 G550 | 1 | 4 |
| 2015 G550 | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 G550 | 1 | 3 |
| 2013 G550 | 4 | 2 |
| 2011 G550 | 2 | 1 |
| 2010 G550 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 G550 | 1 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550?
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G550 model years, the 2017 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.