This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Amg G65.
12 mpg combined
19.6 L/100km
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65 has 3 recalls, the most serious being a fault in the electronic stability program that can prevent the engine from reducing power when adaptive cruise control is active, requiring extra braking effort and extending stopping distances.
When this stability program malfunction occurs with adaptive cruise control engaged, the engine continues delivering power even during braking, which can make it significantly harder to slow the vehicle and raises the risk of a collision. A second recall involves incorrect software governing how fast the vehicle can travel in reverse: if the driver turns the wheel sharply while backing up faster than about 16 mph, the vehicle can become unstable and roll over. The third recall affects the automatic crash notification system, which is designed to alert emergency services after a collision. If that system fails, responders may be sent to the wrong location, delaying assistance after a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The communication module software may fail to send your vehicle's correct location to emergency services when the eCall system activates during a crash.
What the fix does
A dealer will update the communication module software, or the update will be sent over-the-air, at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The reverse speed limiter software may be incorrect. In reverse, sudden steering changes above 16 MPH can make the vehicle unstable.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the engine control unit software at no cost to correct the reverse speed limiter.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Electronic Stability Program may malfunction when Distronic Plus is active, preventing the engine from reducing power even when braking or in situations requiring lower speed.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the Electronic Stability Program control unit software at no cost to restore proper engine power reduction.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
