This page covers 4 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz G550.
13 mpg combined
18.1 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 2016 Mercedes-Benz G550 has 4 recalls, the most serious being a steering coupling that can wear loose and cause a complete loss of steering control, and an adaptive cruise control system that can fail to reduce engine power when braking is needed, extending stopping distances.
The steering and cruise control issues tie for the highest severity. On the safety systems side, when the adaptive cruise control is active and the electronic stability program malfunctions, the engine continues delivering power even when the driver brakes, requiring additional braking effort or a manual shift to neutral to slow the vehicle. There is also a door latch concern: the cable that releases the door from inside can snap if the door is difficult to open after a crash, potentially trapping an occupant inside. The fourth recall involves a software fault in the emergency call system where an incorrect date and time can cause the system to report a wrong vehicle location to emergency responders, delaying assistance.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error causes the eCall emergency system's date and time to be incorrect, which may result in an inaccurate vehicle location being sent during an emergency call.
What the fix does
Mercedes-Benz will send a remote software update to your vehicle. Dealers will verify the update worked or install a new communication module software 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 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.
At a glance
What can fail
The steering coupling may not have been tightened enough during manufacturing, causing the steering connection to wear over time.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the steering coupling at no cost once parts become available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The cable connecting the inner door handle to the door lock may break if the door becomes difficult to open, such as after a crash, preventing the door from being released from inside.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the door handle-to-lock cable on all four doors at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
