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Model year

2017 Mercedes-Benz G550

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recalls (3)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (93)
Recall campaigns covering this model year31.3M vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550 by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

3 recall campaigns cover the 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
21V-058Feb 5, 2021Software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the…Communication1,292,258Software update
17V-817Dec 18, 2017Vacuum hose for the brake booster may collapse resulting in increased braking effortBrakes432Part replacement
17V-713Nov 14, 2017Malfunction of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), while Distronic Plus is engaged, may cause the engine to not reduce power, regardless of…Driver assistance8,043Software update
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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    Service bulletins

    93 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

    • LI54.70-P-080191 Aug 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Consistently reproducible erroneous parktronic warnings from front with every key cycle. Cause The parking sensors are detecting the front brush guard. Remedy Complaint must be consistently reproducible and can occur multiple times a key cycle wit…
    • LI01.20-P-080884 Aug 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Oil leaks found on M176 or M177 engines diagnosed to be from the cylinder head cover area Cause Unknown (under investigation) Remedy If oil leaks are found at left or right cylinder head cover area please collect the following information and open…
    • LI82.85-P-079087 Aug 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint A popup is seen on the HU with the message "data connection temporarily not available". Potentially affected functionalities in NTG4.5, NTG5 1.Weather 2.Local Search 3.IP Radio 4.Send2Car 5.Speech Detection Service 6.Navigation 7.iHeartRadio 8.Tra…
    • LI54.65-P-080132 Aug 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint 1. General Diagnostic Tips 2. One or More PARK Sensor Activations 3. Red Ring Around Vehicle 4. "Active Parking and Parking Assist Inoperative" on Instrument Cluster 5. Cameras 6. Other Park Topics. Cause Various root causes Remedy See attached di…
    • LI82.62-P-078631 Aug 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis wor…
    • LI27.00-P-075630 Aug 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint This document is intended as a pre-case diagnostic reference for transmission related concerns. It will also ensure that if a case is necessary, all supporting documentation is available. This should not be used on its own as justification for cre…
    • LI20.10-P-072886 Jul 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Check Engine Light ON with DTC P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified Temperature" active and/or stored in the ME (N3/10). There are no drivability concerns related to this complaint. Cause Root cause varies Remedy Prior to perfor…
    • LI54.70-P-080191 Jul 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Consistently reproducible erroneous parktronic warnings from front with every key cycle. Cause The parking sensors are detecting the front brush guard. Remedy Complaint must be consistently reproducible and can occur multiple times a key cycle wit…
    • LI54.70-P-080191 Jul 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Consistently reproducible erroneous parktronic warnings from front with every key cycle. Cause The parking sensors are detecting the front brush guard. Remedy Complaint must be consistently reproducible and can occur multiple times a key cycle wit…
    • LI35.30-P-058566 Jul 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eliminated by exp…
    • LI54.70-P-080191 Jun 17, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Consistently reproducible erroneous parktronic warnings from front with every key cycle. Cause The parking sensors are detecting the front brush guard. Remedy Complaint must be consistently reproducible and can occur multiple times a key cycle wit…
    • LI00.20-P-080703 Jun 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Service code B1 displayed in the customer menu does not match the workshop code displayed in the workshop menu, e.g., 505 or 550A, which includes a service A. Cause The root cause is currently being investigated. Remedy To determine the cause, the…
    • LI82.85-P-080507 May 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint After successful commissioning of the HERMES control unit (N112/9) with XENTRY Diagnosis DVD 03/2026, the message "SOS - service not activated" appears on the instrument cluster. In addition, the following two conditions are also met: • HERMES (N1…
    • LI54.65-P-080132 May 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint 1. General Diagnostic Tips 2. One or More PARK Sensor Activations 3. Red Ring Around Vehicle 4. "Active Parking and Parking Assist Inoperative" on Instrument Cluster 5. Cameras 6. Other Park Topics Cause Various root causes Remedy See attached dia…
    • LI88.80-P-080031 May 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Water ingress in the load compartment between the C and D pillars. Cause In the area of the rounding at the D-pillar, a leakage may occur between the rear side wall and the roof paneling. Remedy Troubleshooting: Locate the area of the leak by perf…
    • PSL- NCU Return Parts 4/3 Apr 3, 2026 · Other
      The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be returned to your facing PDC. The deadline for all dealer returns is no later than Thursday, April 23, 2026. After April 23rd, returns of these parts wil…
    • CL-Ignition Coil Jun 10, 2022 · Other
      In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA (“MBUSA”) is extending the coverage for the ignition coil on your vehicle from the original New Vehicle …
    • EW - Ignition Coil May 27, 2022 · Warranty Program/Extension
      In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz AG ("MBAG"), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles is extending the warranty coverage on the ignition…
    • LI82.85-P-080507 Apr 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint After successful commissioning of the HERMES control unit (N112/9) with XENTRY Diagnosis DVD 03/2026, the message "SOS - service not activated" appears on the instrument cluster. In addition, the following two conditions are also met: • HERMES (N1…
    • LI20.10-P-072886 Apr 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint CEL ON with DTC P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified Temperature" active and stored in the ME (N3/10). There are no drivability concerns related to the complaint. Cause Root cause varies Remedy Prior to performing any repairs fo…
    • LI00.01-P-078887 Apr 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint The intent of this document is to provide workshops with helpful technical reference language. • Commonly used acronyms in LI's and TIPS cases. • Control unit names, numbers, and how to identify. • Network/wiring architecture groups to baumuster q…
    • LI88.70-P-080030 Apr 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint The outside mirrors do not fold in when locking with the radio remote control, even though the function is activated in the vehicle settings. Folding and unfolding still functions via pushbutton switch on the door. Cause The initialization data fo…
    • LI00.01-P-078887 Mar 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint The intent of this document is to provide workshops with helpful technical reference language. • Commonly used acronyms in LI's and TIPS cases. • Control unit names, numbers, and how to identify. • Network/wiring architecture groups to baumuster q…
    • LI88.85-P-059178 Mar 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Wind noises/whistling noises from front area of roof or from area of instrument panel/windshield at high speeds Cause The airstream can excite the rubber strip of the windshield to whistle. Note: To troubleshoot, tape down the strip. Remedy Seal t…
    • LI54.65-P-080132 Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint 1. General Diagnostic Tips 2. One or More PARK Sensor Activations 3. Red Ring Around Vehicle 4. "Active Parking and Parking Assist Inoperative" on Instrument Cluster 5. Cameras 6. Other Park Topics Cause Various root causes Remedy See attached dia…
    • LI20.10-P-072886 Feb 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint CEL on with Code P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified Temperature" Cause Under investigation. This is not an issue that affects drivability or performance and is not a safety concern. The vehicle remains safe to operate with thi…
    • LI54.65-P-080132 Jan 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint 1. General Diagnostic Tips 2. One or More PARK Sensor Activations 3. Red Ring Around Vehicle 4. "Active Parking and Parking Assist Inoperative" on Instrument Cluster 5. Cameras 6. Other Park Topics Cause Various root causes Remedy See attached dia…
    • LI83.30-P-079850 Jan 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient. Cause Many possible root causes Remedy AC Diagnosis (General) Initial Steps Verify Customer Concern • Confirm the issue reported by the customer. Compare to …
    • LI05.20-P-080192 Jan 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Customer states check engine light on in the dash. Vehicle has one or more DTC's Present P164B00, P164B09, P2B4400, P005A07, P005C07, P005A09, P005C09, P003C07, P2B5007, P003C09, P2B5009, P34C200, P34C109, P34C800, P34BE00, P34BD09 Cause Software …
    • LI83.30-P-079850 Jan 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient. Cause Many possible root causes Remedy AC Diagnosis (General) Initial Steps Verify Customer Concern • Confirm the issue reported by the customer. Compare to …
    • LI20.10-P-072886 Jan 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint CEL on with Code P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified Temperature" Cause Under investigation. This is not an issue that affects drivability or performance and is not a safety concern. The vehicle remains safe to operate with thi…
    • LI06.10-P-076023 Jan 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Customer reports illuminated CEL. Additionally no start condition, lack of power, failure to recover from ECO stop, and/or poor acceleration. Cause • Under investigation Remedy Process FSCU and ME codes via guided test. Perform fuel pressure test …
    • LI54.65-P-080132 Dec 11, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint 1. General Diagnostic Tips 2. One or More PARK Sensor Activations 3. Red Ring Around Vehicle 4. "Active Parking and Parking Assist Inoperative" on Instrument Cluster 5. Cameras 6. Other Park Topics Cause Various root causes Remedy See attached dia…
    • LI68.20-P-080012 Nov 6, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint USB port not functioning properly. Cause Most reported USB port issues are due to improper use or contamination. Note: Any repair costs must be discussed with the customer beforehand. Common external factors identified include: • Fluid intrusion •…
    • LI42.10-P-079904 Oct 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint At low speeds and light brake pressure, brakes will make a groaning or honking noise. Cause Frictional vibrations with very light brake pressure/modulations. Remedy This condition can be duplicated on most vehicles. To validate, use a like for lik…
    • LI27.19-P-072588 Sep 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 (fully integrated transmission control unit (VGS)) not listed in quick test and/or no communication possible with VGS. Cause Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 Remedy For vehicles with 722.9 transmission: Ensure LI54…
    • LI46.15-P-076223 Aug 14, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint: 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 adjustment guide. Remedy: Disassemble bellows of steering column tube module. Move…
    • LI27.19-P-074985 Jul 16, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Commissioning not possible after replacement of TRANSMISSION 722.9 or of electrohydraulic controller unit (EHS) or of repair kit controller unit (VGS). Cause The wrong older A-code ("Generation EHS") is documented in VeDoc for the newly installed …
    • LI01.40-P-079518 Jul 16, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Customer complains of oil use, oil leaking or oil smell. Upon inspection oil will be seen at or around the rear of the engine and at the engine/transmission interface. Cause Oil leaking from rear main seal and/or rear main seal plate. Remedy If th…
    • LI46.15-P-063353 Jun 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position (e.g. with Easy Entry function), noise (breakaway noise) when leaving the limit stops of the height adjustment. Cause Height adjustment moves to …
    • LI33.30-P-056665 May 21, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa). Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eli…
    • LI82.85-P-079271 May 22, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint After a software update of HERMES communication module N112/9 has been performed on a gray import vehicle, the message "SOS - Service not activated" is displayed in the instrument cluster. Cause The message "SOS - Service not activated" tells the …
    • LI54.10-P-071499 May 2, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint The result from the XENTRY battery test does not match the current state of the battery. Cause The XENTRY battery tester uses the stored on-board electrical system data in the SAM module to access the health of the 12 volt battery. The XENTRY batt…
    • LI82.10-P-078896 Apr 28, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A…
    • LI82.10-P-078301 Apr 28, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. Remedy NOTE: If a pressure compensati…
    • LI82.85-P-079087 Apr 21, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint A popup is seen on the HU with the message "data connection temporarily not available". Potentially affected functionalities in NTG4.5, NTG5 1.Weather 2.Local Search 3.IP Radio 4.Send2Car 5.Speech Detection Service 6.E-Navigator 7.iHeartRadio 8.Tr…
    • LI82.70-P-077433 Mar 5, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or interference/background noises are audible to the called party during a call. It becomes increasingly difficult to understand as the speed rises. C…
    • LI88.85-P-059178 Mar 10, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Wind noises/whistling noises from front area of roof or from area of instrument panel/windshield at high speeds. Cause The airstream can excite the rubber strip of the windshield to whistle. Note: To troubleshoot, tape down the strip. Remedy Seal …
    • LI00.01-P-078887 Feb 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint The intent of this document is to provide workshops with helpful technical reference language. • Commonly used acronyms in LI's and TIPS cases. • Control unit names, numbers, and how to identify. • Network/wiring architecture groups to baumuster q…
    • LI07.61-P-070707 Jan 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint The customer complains of a check engine light (CEL) on. May also complain of the engine running roughly and/or a loss of power. Cause Multiple Causes Remedy Please see the document "Remedy Instructions" in attachments. For MY19-24 G63 there may b…
    • LI46.15-P-078766 Jan 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint 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. Remedy Install repair kit for height adjustment of the steering column. For tigh…
    • LI27.19-P-072588 Nov 20, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 (fully integrated transmission control unit (VGS)) not listed in quick test and/or no communication possible with VGS. Cause Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 Remedy It is important that LI54.15-P-057373 is processe…
    • LI82.85-P-078473 Nov 20, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint After a control unit replacement of "N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES)" or the "N112/2 - control unit for telematics services (RAMSES)", the Digital Extras (previously Mercedes me) cannot be activated. The DTC B15CE00 is activ…
    • LI82.35-P-078467 Oct 23, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump. 3.1. Distributor housing leaks. 3.2. Pump fitting leaks. 3.3. Washer fluid hose c…
    • LI54.71-P-078498 Oct 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint "Active Emergency Stop Assist Currently Unavailable" and "Active Steering Assist Inoperative" instrument cluster messages along with Tire Pressure Light on in Instrument Cluster. Cause Both systems are temporarily unavailable due to low tire press…
    • LI82.85-P-078473 Oct 3, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint After a control unit replacement of "N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES)" or the "N112/2 - control unit for telematics services (RAMSES)", the Digital Extras (previously Mercedes me) cannot be activated. The DTC B15CE00 is activ…
    • LI82.70-P-077433 Sep 28, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or interference/background noises are audible to the called party during a call. It becomes increasingly difficult to understand as the speed rises. C…
    • LI82.70-P-078425 Sep 25, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint White plastic insert present on microphone assembly. See figure A for example. Cause The insert (breathable filter) is designed to be inside for dust protection and air flow control. Remedy Do not remove the breathable filter from the microphone a…
    • CL - 2022080005 Aug 9, 2024 · Other
      In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance and quality of your vehicle, we are writing to inform you that on certain Model Year 2011-2018 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, G-Class, CL, CLS, ML, GL, GLE, GLS, GLC, SL, and AMG GT vehicles with 6 and …
    • LI54.71-P-078112 Sep 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint "Active Distance Assist currently unavailable" and "Active Brake Assist functions currently limited" are shown on the instrument cluster during startup or while driving AND stored DTC in quick test U0416FE - "Implausible data were received from co…
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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