2003 Mercedes-Benz G500 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 29%of 7 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 16,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the steering of the 2003 Mercedes-Benz G500, 29% of the 7 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 16,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While driving, the steering wheel started shaking uncontrollably. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the consumer that the steering rack pinion shaft needed replacement. The consumer informed the mechanic that the this problem has occurred more than once and has not been resolved. Please fill in additional information.”
NHTSA complaint #10094235, filed 2004-09Related service bulletins
- 11021966Aug 14, 2025Complaint: Creaking or humming noise during adjustment of the electric steering column, see video. Cause: The noises occur due to insufficient greasing of the steering column…
- 11019747Jun 9, 2025Complaint Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position (e.g. with Easy Entry function), noise (breakaway noise) when…
- 11012802Jan 8, 2025Complaint Play noticeable in the height adjustment of the steering column. See arrow direction in attached pictures. Cause Slipped thrust bearing ring on the height adjustment…
- 10167507Mar 6, 2014Vibrations at the steering wheel or steering system has excessive resistance
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 2 | 29% |
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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