Last update 16. 02. 2024
Common problems with the Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, for which Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.
If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Mercedes-Benz G-Class. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.
The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Mercedes-Benz G-Class have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.
Latest G-Class’s Issues in the EU
If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
See also: Mercedes-Benz G-Class Owners’ Reviews.
Latest G-Class’s Issues in the UK
- MERCEDES-BENZ G CLASS (2017 – 2021) – THE COOLANT PUMP LEAKAGEon 21/01/2022
MERCEDES-BENZ G CLASS (04/04/2017 – 12/10/2021) RECALL: Problem description: On certain vehicles with a Diesel engine the coolant pump which is controlled by […]
- MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS (2020) – THE SIDE CRASH SENSORSon 20/08/2021
MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS (04/08/2020 – 03/09/2020) RECALL: Problem description: The locking mechanism for the electrical connector of the side crash sensors […]
- MERCEDES-BENZ G CLASS (2016 – 2021) – THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEMon 13/05/2021
MERCEDES-BENZ G CLASS (04/01/2016 – 29/01/2021) RECALL: Problem description: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.







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