2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
3
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550
The 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550 has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE. 3 technical service bulletins have been issued by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Structurebody (1 complaint), Structureframe And Members (1 complaint), and Visibilitywiper (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550, potentially affecting up to 189 vehicles.
Recall 12V380000 — STRUCTURE
| 189 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: In the event of the passenger airbag deployment, if the molding strip comes loose, there is an increased risk of personal injury.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structureframe And Members | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz G550. The contact stated that the vehicle was rusted. The contact stated that the suspension and body were rusted in several locations. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who referred him to the manufacturer. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed him that the rust would continue to expand. The manufacturer was contacted and referred him to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 79,280.
The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz G550. The contact stated that the vehicle was rusted. The contact stated that the suspension and body were rusted in several locations. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who referred him to the manufacturer. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed him that the rust would continue to expand. The manufacturer was contacted and referred him to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 79,280.
WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED MOVING. ON A TEXAS FREEWAY I-35 THERE WAS NO VISIBILITY GOING 55 MILES PER HOUR IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. REPEATEDLY TURNING WIPER CONTROL ON AND OFF, THE WIPERS WOULD NOT MOVE.
Safety Rating for the 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC has issued 3 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
LI54.71-P-078112 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint "Active Distance Assist currently unavailable" and "Active Brake Assist functions currently limited" are shown on the instrument cluster during startup or while driving AND stored DTC in quick test U0416FE - "Implausible data were received from control unit Traction system" in A108/1 (Distronic). Cluster messages will remain and mentioned...
2012090002 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
2012090002 — EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MERCEDES-BENZ G550
- 2009 MERCEDES-BENZ G550 — 1 complaint
- 2010 MERCEDES-BENZ G550 — 0 complaints
- 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G550 (current)
- 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ G550 — 3 complaints
- 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ G550 — 1 complaint
- 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ G550 — 0 complaints
- 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ G550 — 1 complaint
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