Recall 17V250000: 2013–2016 Mercedes-Benz G63 and 1 other model
- Report received
- Apr 11, 2017
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Potentially affected
- 10,832vehicles
- Model years
- 2013–2016
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.(MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2016 G550 and G63 AMG vehicles and 2016 G65 AMG vehicles. The steering coupling may have been insufficiently tightened, resulting in the steering connection wearing.
Possible consequence
The steering coupling wear may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering coupling, free of charge. The remedy is currently unavailable. Interim notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed May 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 5504 complaints
- 2014 Mercedes-Benz G 5501 complaints
- 2015 Mercedes-Benz G 5500 complaints
- 2016 Mercedes-Benz G 5501 complaints
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz G632 complaints
- 2014 Mercedes-Benz G631 complaints
- 2015 Mercedes-Benz G633 complaints
- 2016 Mercedes-Benz G632 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.