2002 Mercedes Benz G55 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other G55 years
- Not enough data 1st of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Mercedes Benz G55. That is the most of any G55 model year in the database (8 years). The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 5,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Mercedes Benz G55 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 100% | 5,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2002 Mercedes Benz G55 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure
Problem: Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2011 G550 and G55 (AMG) vehicles manufactured from September 20, 2010, through April 27, 2011. During the front passenger air bag deployment, parts of the molding strip could potentially become loose and become a projectile in the passenger compartment.
Risk: In the event of the passenger airbag deployment, if the molding strip comes loose, there is an increased risk of personal injury.
Fix: Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the connection between the molding strip and air bag cover flap, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 26, 2012. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Exterior lighting:turn signal
Problem: Mercedes-benz is recalling certain model year 2002-2010 g-class vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these vehicles are equipped with a grill cover for front turn signal protection that, while permissible, may impact over time the signal's ability to meet the minimum requirements of fmvss 108.
Risk: The signal light's visibility to other motorists may be reduced over time, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install improved turn light units optimized for usage with grills. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin at the end of december 2010 or early january 2011. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
My husband and i own two of the exact, same car! They are both leaking gas infrequently. It looks to be coming from a clamp. We have video of the leak. Here is the link on youtube. Http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpat_2vwbg0&feature=share&list=uuo-albym_ieourbxawfk4lw i will file an additional…
My husband and i own two g55's purchased on the same day. They both started leaking fuel infrequently within two weeks of each other. You can actually see the fuel dropping to the ground and smell the gas. I filed a complaint for the other vin as well. That complaint number is 10490150. The link to…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mercedes Benz G55?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Mercedes Benz G55?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2002 Mercedes Benz G55 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G55 model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.