Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 18V457000

Electrical system: software

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2018-07-10.

Recall campaignNHTSA 18V457000

Electrical system: software

Component
Electrical system: software
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Vehicles affected
20
Reported to NHTSA
2018-07-10
Owners notified
2018-08-03

Defect description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz G65 AMG vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with the incorrect reverse speed limitation software. While in reverse, any abrupt changes in steering while exceeding 16 MPH may cause the vehicle to become unstable.

Safety risk

An unstable vehicle in reverse gear can lead to a vehicle rollover, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit (ECU) software, free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Scope of coverage

1 model year.

ModelYears on record
Mercedes-Benz AMG G652017

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.