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Every road vehicle recall DVSA lists for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class since 1992: what the problem is, how it is put right, how many vehicles it covers and when they were built. Newest first.

Recalls for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. Also see car recalls by year and make.

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Records analysed
40 recalls matched to this model
Methodology
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  • Recalls since 1992 40 launched 2005 to 2026
  • Most recent 15 May 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/140
  • Recalls 2016 to 2025 33 launched in those ten years
  • Busiest year 2021 10 recalls launched

Does a recall affect your Mercedes-Benz G-Class?

Not every Mercedes-Benz G-Class is affected. Each recall covers cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, which DVSA’s file does not list in full. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check with its registration, or ask the manufacturer or a dealer, who can check the VIN.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class recalls by year

Recalls launched each year, 2005 to 2026

2021 had the most, with 10. 2026 runs to 14 September 2026. A count of recalls is not a measure of safety: one recall can cover a handful of cars or tens of thousands.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class safety recalls by year of launch
Year Recalls
’05 1
’06 0
’07 1
’08 1
’09 0
’10 0
’11 0
’12 2
’13 0
’14 0
’15 1
’16 2
’17 5
’18 0
’19 1
’20 6
’21 10
’22 3
’23 3
’24 2
’25 1
’26 1

Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated

Every Mercedes-Benz G-Class recall, newest first

2026 1 recall

SRPC2602 - Wheel Bolt Variant

Launched 15 May 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/140 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2602 / 4090108

Defect
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain G-Class (465 platform) vehicles with fully electric drive the wheel bolts might not meet the requirements.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the wheel bolts on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
230 G-Class vehicles
Built
11 Jul 2024 to 22 Aug 2025

2025 1 recall

SRPC2502 - Manufacturing of automatic Transmission AMG SPEEDSHIFT

Launched 4 March 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/083 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2502 / 2790013

Defect
Mercedes-Benz has determined that on certain G-Class (465 platform) vehicles the inner surface of the housing of the automatic transmission AMG SPEEDSHIFT might not meet specifications.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the automatic transmission and oil cooler on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
2 G-Class vehicles
Built
12 Feb 2025 to 13 Feb 2025

2024 2 recalls

SRPC2341 - Housing of the rear axle transmission

Launched 2 August 2024 DVSA recall R/2023/358 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2341 / 3591005

Defect
On affected vehicles the housing of the rear axle transmission might not meet the strength requirements.
Remedy
Replace axle centrepiece of rear axle.
Vehicles affected
10 vehicles
Built
15 Jun 2023 to 1 Jul 2023
DVSA lists it as
“G CLASS”, “G CLASS 4X4”

SRPC2403 – Filling of Air Conditioning Refrigerant

Launched 8 April 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/150 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2403 / 8394101

Defect
On affected vehicles the air-conditioning might not have been filled with the designated refrigerant.
Remedy
Replace the air-conditioning refrigerant with the correct type.
Vehicles affected
1 G-Class vehicle
Built
7 Apr 2022

2023 3 recalls

On affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.

Launched 29 August 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/223 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2319 / 4790205

Defect
On affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.
Remedy
Replace the fuel pump module.
Vehicles affected
749 G-Class vehicles
Built
7 Jul 2021 to 31 Jan 2023

On affected vehicles the oil supply for the rear axle drive shaft bearing might not meet specifications.

Launched 10 July 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/171 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2314 / 3594019

Defect
On affected vehicles the oil supply for the rear axle drive shaft bearing might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Replace the rear axle differential housing cover.
Vehicles affected
5 G-Class vehicles
Built
4 Sept 2008 to 6 Jul 2011

On certain vehicles the front axle wiring harness might come in contact with the auxiliary oil cooler.

Launched 6 April 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/070 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2302/5491809

Defect
On certain vehicles the front axle wiring harness might come in contact with the auxiliary oil cooler.
Remedy
Check the front axle wiring harness on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary as well as install a protective sleeve.
Vehicles affected
2,841 G-Class vehicles
Built
9 May 2018 to 6 Apr 2022

2022 3 recalls

One or more control unit vehicle configurations might not meet specifications

Launched 13 May 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/113 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2214

Defect
Vehicles configurations were written into one or more control units that might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the configuration of the affected control units on the vehicles.
Vehicles affected
3 across everything the recall covers
Built
18 Sept 2008 to 21 Jun 2012
Also covers

A particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the injector

Launched 24 March 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/061 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2165

Defect
A particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the fuel injector.
Remedy
Replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
26 across everything the recall covers
Built
17 Jul 2018 to 12 Sept 2019

Coolant pump might have a leakage between the vacuum system and the coolant circuit

Launched 21 January 2022 DVSA recall R/2021/438 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2157

Defect
On certain vehicles with a Diesel engine the coolant pump which is controlled by vacuum might have a leakage between the vacuum system and the coolant circuit.
Remedy
Update the software of the coolant pump and replace the electrical switch valve on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
35,624 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Apr 2017 to 12 Oct 2021

2021 10 recalls

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 1 December 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/130 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2126

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
21 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 29 November 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/376 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2152

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
50,390 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

The locking mechanism for the electrical connector of the side crash sensors might not meet specifications

Launched 20 August 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/284 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2137

Defect
The locking mechanism for the electrical connector of the side crash sensors might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check the side crash sensors in the doors on the affected vehicles and replace them if necessary.
Vehicles affected
19 G-Class vehicles
Built
4 Aug 2020 to 3 Sept 2020

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 13 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/110 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2102

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
108,971 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 11 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/120 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2115

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
86,604 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 10 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/111 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2111

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
90,716 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/134 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2122

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
162,581 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

The emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/133 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2123

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
106,665 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/132 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2124

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
10,410 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/131 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2125

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
81,267 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

2020 6 recalls

THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM (eCall) DOES NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION

Launched 6 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/236 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2030

Defect
On affected vehicles the software of the communication module for the emergency call system does not meet the specification
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system
Vehicles affected
3,127 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Mar 2017 to 30 Sept 2018

The bolts in the transfer case may not meet specification

Launched 11 September 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/035 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2009

Defect
The bolts in the transfer case might not be to specification and might break whilst driving
Remedy
Replace the transfer case on affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
10 G-Class vehicles
Built
1 Feb 2020 to 7 Feb 2020

The control unit of the differential locking module may not meet specification

Launched 3 August 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/199 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2007

Defect
The control unit of the differential locking module might not meet the specification.
Remedy
Check the differential locking modules on the affected vehicles and exchange them if necessary.
Vehicles affected
904 G-Class vehicles
Built
9 May 2018 to 5 Sept 2019

The embossed lock symbol at the operating lever of the child safety lock at the rear doors may indicate wrong locking status

Launched 3 August 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/161 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2018

Defect
The embossed lock symbol at the operating lever of the child safety lock at the rear doors might indicate the wrong locking status.
Remedy
Cover the incorrectly embossed lock symbol in the rear doors with the correct labelling.
Vehicles affected
910 G-Class vehicles
Built
9 May 2018 to 5 Sept 2019

The wiring harness for the front doors may not be routed appropriately

Launched 3 August 2020 DVSA recall R/2019/390 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1956

Defect
The wiring harness for the front doors might not be routed appropriately.
Remedy
Modify the route of the harness or replace it in case of damage.
Vehicles affected
220 G-Class vehicles
Built
9 May 2018 to 26 Nov 2018

Certain front seat belt buckles may not have been manufactured according to specification

Launched 3 August 2020 DVSA recall R/2019/372 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1954

Defect
A correctly fastened seat belt could be detected as not fastened impairing the restraint system
Remedy
Check the relevant seat belt buckles in the affected vehicles and replace if necessary
Vehicles affected
15,652 across everything the recall covers
Built
2 Jun 2018 to 31 Oct 2018

2019 1 recall

Small cracks may appear in the brake pipes

Launched 6 September 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/203 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1917

Defect
Cracks may develop in the brake pipes to the ABS unit.
Remedy
Modified brake pipes with an optimized routing will be fitted.
Vehicles affected
1 G-Class vehicle
Built
1 Jan 2007 to 31 Mar 2019

2017 5 recalls

Electronic stability program (ESP) may malfunction

Launched 11 December 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/322 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1734

Defect
Affected vehicles will have the manufacturer's DISTRONIC PLUS system fitted. In the event communication between this system and the ESP is lost the systems responses such as engine torque may be adversely affected for the period of the communication loss.. The braking system will not be affected though more effort may be required.
Remedy
On affected vehicles update the ESP software.
Vehicles affected
198 G-Class vehicles
Built
Build dates not given

Steering column coupling may not be tight

Launched 16 June 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/146 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1714

Defect
Insufficient tightening of the steering column coupling could lead to wear of the steering coupling during use. In case of excessive wear of the steering coupling the coupling eventually may not transfer the effort the driver inputs to the steering to the steering gear in which case the steering control would be lost.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering column coupling.
Vehicles affected
482 G-Class vehicles
Built
1 Jun 2012 to 31 Mar 2017

Door lock may fail to release

Launched 12 April 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/127 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1710

Defect
Following an accident the forces required for releasing the door may be increased. The cable between the inner door handle and the door lock not being to specification may not be able to withstand these increased forces leaving the door unable to be opened from the inside. This may increase the risk of injury. Unlocking the door via the outer door handle is not affected.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a quality assured cable between the inner door handle and door lock on all four doors.
Vehicles affected
4 G-Class vehicles
Built
1 Jun 2016 to 30 Jun 2016

Front and/or rear axle bolts may not be tightened correctly

Launched 14 February 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/012 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1702

Defect
The front and/or rear axle mounting bolts may not be tightened to the correct specification. The bolts may break and could affect control of the vehicle.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the front and rear axle carrier bolts.
Vehicles affected
3 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Sept 2014 to 30 Mar 2015

Front passenger airbag may be deactivated

Launched 30 January 2017 DVSA recall R/2016/299 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1700

Defect
Under certain conditions the front passenger air bag can be deactivated and may not deploy in the event of a collision.
Remedy
On affected vehicles check and if necessary update software.
Vehicles affected
3,993 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jul 2014 to 30 Sept 2016

2016 2 recalls

Engine may cut out

Launched 20 October 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/217 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1621

Defect
On model series 463 with a 6 cylinder diesel engine the engine wiring harness may make contact with one of the brackets in the engine compartment and chafe by vibration during driving. Depending on the wire affected the engine MIL lamp could illuminate the engine could run in limp-home mode or the engine could cut out increasing the risk of collision.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the bracket in the engine compartment and where necessary correct the routing of the engine wiring harness.
Vehicles affected
13 G-Class vehicles
Built
15 Oct 2015 to 4 Dec 2015

ESP & EPB may not function

Launched 19 October 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/222 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1622

Defect
The ESP hydraulic/control unit may have been damaged during shipping. This may affect operation of the ESP and/or the electronic parking brake.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the ESP hydraulic/control unit.
Vehicles affected
9 G-Class vehicles
Built
8 Feb 2016 to 9 Feb 2016

2015 1 recall

Fire may occur

Launched 1 December 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/237 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1520

Defect
The cylinder head of the high pressure fuel pump may not be to specification. During operation of the pump cracks can form and eventually fuel may leak. Escaping fuel could lead to the engine stopping and fuel leaking in exceptional circumstances could lead to a fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the high pressure fuel pump.
Vehicles affected
4 G-Class vehicles
Built
28 Oct 2015 to 29 Oct 2015

2012 2 recalls

Injury may occur if the passenger airbag deploys

Launched 28 November 2012 DVSA recall R/2012/110 Manufacturer ref. P198

Defect
The spot welding between the serrated rail and the airbag cover in the metal carrier of the instrument panel may not have been designed correctly. In the event of a vehicle crash with triggering of the front passenger airbag it is possible that the serrated rail detaches from the metal carrier of the instrument panel.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to rework the connection between the serrated rail and the airbag cover in the metal carrier of the instrument panel.
Vehicles affected
1 G-Class vehicle
Built
1 Sept 2010 to 30 Apr 2011

Fuel may leak

Launched 26 January 2012 DVSA recall R/2011/172 Manufacturer ref. P182

Defect
Fuel leaks in the plug area of the drain opening may occur at the fuel filter with integrated fuel heaters. Fuel can escape and is noticeable to the customer due to a corresponding diesel odour. The diesel can reach the road and as a result friction between the tyres and road surface may be decreased.
Remedy
Check filter and replace as necessary.
Vehicles affected
22,298 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 2009 to 15 Dec 2011

2008 1 recall

Engine could lose power.

Launched 17 November 2008 DVSA recall R/2008/149 Manufacturer ref. P117

Defect
The electrical connection in the interior of the crankshaft sensor's chip housing may be interrupted which may result in loss of power and the inability to restart engine
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace crankshaft sensor
Vehicles affected
19,331 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 2006 to 31 Dec 2007

2007 1 recall

Directional control may be affected

Launched 11 April 2007 DVSA recall R/2010/178 Manufacturer ref. P087

Defect
It is possible that the differential lock switches may have been supplied with a defective printed circuit board. This could result in the differential not engaging turning off without warning or in the worst case the differential may engage without warning which could affect directional control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles and replace the differential switches.
Vehicles affected
1 G-Class vehicle
Built
Build dates not given
DVSA lists it as
“G WAGON”

2005 1 recall

Fuel return hose may leak

Launched 26 August 2005 DVSA recall R/2005/126 Manufacturer ref. P042

Defect
It is possible that a crack may form in the fuel return hose. If this does occur this may lead to an escape of fuel.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel return hose and fuel return pipe.
Vehicles affected
1 G-Class vehicle
Built
Build dates not given
DVSA lists it as
“G WAGON”

Data sources and methodology

Datasets used on this page
Figures Source Period Records Updated
Safety recalls Vehicle safety recalls Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Derived statistics UK Motoring 		January 1992 to September 2026 40 recalls matched to this model 15 September 2026
  • Road vehicle recalls (DVSA numbers starting R/) whose model names match the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. DVSA records some recalls under a range or chassis name we cannot match, so this list may be incomplete.
  • Vehicles affected is the number the manufacturer reported to DVSA. When one recall covers several models, DVSA often gives only the total.
  • Build dates are the periods the manufacturer gave. Some recalls have none. VINs are not shown.
  • Concerns written in capitals have been put in sentence case, and apostrophes lost in DVSA’s file have been put back. The text is otherwise DVSA’s.
How we calculate these figures All data sources

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