CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 550 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (2 reports).
2013 Mercedes-Benz G 550 recalls
Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location
A software fault in the emergency call system (eCall) can cause the date and time recorded for the system to differ from the actual date and time.
Steering Connection Can Wear Loose, Risking Loss of Steering
The steering coupling on certain G-Class vehicles may not have been tightened enough at the factory.
Most common 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 550 problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
My suspension light came on while I was driving and my truch caught fire.
I was driving on XXX in [XXX] on my way home from picking up my son from [XXX], when I noticed smoke coming from the dash while my suspension light came on. The right side of my car went down. A large amount of smoke started filling the car. I immediately tried to pull over, and as the car slowed, I told my son to get out of the truck and run far away. Once I made a stop, I was able to exit the car as well. I called Mercedes-Benz roadside assistance and the fire department. The fire department came and put out the fire and stated that the dash, console, and driver visor mirror were melted. I had inhaled a lot of smoke because I was the last one out of the car. This has resulted in smoke inh
On February 8, 2023, I was driving the vehicle when the driver's side front door swung open while I was driving. The door would not close - the locking mechanism in the driver's front door completely failed and would not engage the door latch. My safety was put at extreme risk - the door flew open as I was taking a turn and I was forced to try to hold the door closed while driving the car. The local Mercedes Benz dealer confirmed the problem noting that the door locking mechanism was "defective"; however, Mercedes Benz did not assume responsibility for the failed door mechanism claiming that the vehicle was no longer under warranty. I did receive a very slight discount but was forced to
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz G550. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle started drifting to the right. The contact attempted to turn left and the steering wheel failed to operate as designed. The vehicle then struck the curb. The service EPS warning light was illuminated. There was no injury sustained. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was diagnosed with a stripped steering link. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 62,275.
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz G550. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, there was a grinding sound coming from the steering column. The contact stated that the steering wheel was not responding while turning to the left or the right. The contact pulled over and after a short stop resumed driving. The contact stated that the EPS malfunction warning light was illuminated and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stopped the vehicle and the vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact researched the failure online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V250000 (Steering). The vehicle had not been taken to a dealer o
2013 Mercedes-Benz G 550 questions
Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 550 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 550: Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Steering Connection Can Wear Loose, Risking Loss of Steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 550?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (2), Suspension (2), Structure (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 550 has been fixed?
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