Mercedes-Benz G550 problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
7 owner complaints analyzed
9 distinct recall campaigns
61,138 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2010 to 2018 model years. Data snapshot: . 6 complaints include usable failure mileage.
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Most common problems
Steering is the most frequently named component, appearing in 2 of 7 complaints (28.6%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Steering behavior | 2 | 28.6% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Steering | 2 |
| Structure:Body | 2 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
Steering: 2; Structure:Body: 2; Latches/Locks/Linkages: 1; Structure:Frame And Members: 1; Unknown Or Other: 1; Visibility/Wiper: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 1 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 3 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 1 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 1; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 3; 75,000 to 99,999: 1; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
50,000 to 74,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (3). 1 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 3 |
2016: 2; 2022: 2; 2023: 3
Pattern summary
Steering leads the component reports. Steering behavior appears in 2 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11463858 · 2022-05-09 (May 9, 2022)
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 cont…
Owner-reported narrative. 66,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11463858 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11464374 · 2022-05-12 (May 12, 2022)
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.
Owner-reported narrative. 62,275 miles reported. Look up ODI 11464374 at NHTSA ↗
Recalls by model year
All campaigns in the snapshot affecting each model year, including recalls announced years later.
Recall campaigns
Shared campaigns appear once in each affected model year.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 1 |
2010: 1; 2011: 1; 2013: 2; 2014: 3; 2015: 2; 2016: 4; 2017: 3; 2018: 1