Reliability
Mercedes-Benz

G-Class (W463new)

2019-2025 · Off-Road SUV · 2 engines
30 NHTSA Complaints
10 Recalls
1 Fire Reports
1 Crash Reports
Data covers 2 NHTSA model names
AMG G63G-CLASS
View all 2 generations of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class → Inspection checklist

Reliability Score

8.9 / 10

Reliability score

Fewer owner complaints than similar off-road SUVs

The class average is 7.0. Based on complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the engine, transmission or drivetrain.

Owners filed 14 powertrain complaints. A typical off-road SUV fleet of this size and age would have drawn about 43.

Scores this high have held: three years on they had moved 0.2 points in the typical case.

Breakdown
Complaints overall14 complaints against about 43 for similar vehicles
8.9
Last three years10 complaints against about 32 for similar vehicles
8.9
Engine, transmission or drive unit failed or replaced
n/aNot enough data
Oil consumption, fuel in the oil or overheating
n/aNot enough data

Each line scores one view of the same complaints the same way, so the lines overlap. The mark on each bar is the class average. A line needs 20 expected complaints to show a number.

By model year
  • 20199.2
  • 20209.3
  • 20219.0
  • 2022n/a
  • 2023n/a
  • 2024n/a
  • 2025n/a

Similar vehicles are others in the same class, compared at the same age and in the same years. The score counts complaints owners filed with NHTSA, per vehicle built, which is different from the share of vehicles that fail. How the score is worked out

On the record

No serious powertrain recall covering 5% or more of this generation and no escalated investigation in NHTSA's files. Warranty extensions and settlements have not been researched.

Complaints by Engine Code

M157

4.0L 8-cyl Turbo / 416 hp
16 complaints 4.0 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
7
engine
4
fuel system
4
other
2
suspension
2

M177

4.0L 8-cyl Turbo
14 complaints 2.8 per year Gasoline
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Owner Complaints by System

Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel System: 9 owner complaints
Electrical System: 8 owner complaints
Engine: 7 owner complaints
Safety Systems: 5 owner complaints

Recalls (10)

25V711000Oct 17, 2025serious
Forward Collision Avoidance

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2025 AMG G63 and G 580 vehicles. The front short-range radar sensor printed circuit board may fail and result in a loss of automatic emergency braking and other driver assistance features, including the active brake assist, lane keeping assist, and Distronic cruise control.

25V254000Apr 17, 2025serious
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2025 G 550, G 580, and AMG G 63 vehicles. The vehicle's electronic stability program (ESP) may display an incorrect warning light during an ESP system failure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems," and 101, "Control and Displays."

24V659000Sep 9, 2024serious
Latches/Locks/Linkages

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 G 550 and 2019-2022 G63 AMG vehicles that received a replacement door latch during a service visit or prior recall repair. Components within the right-side rear door latch may prevent the rear doors from latching or opening properly.

23V445000Jun 26, 2023serious
Fuel System

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

23V097000Feb 17, 2023serious
Electrical System

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 G550 and AMG G63 vehicles. The front axle wiring harness may chafe against an oil cooler and become damaged, which can cause a loss of anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).

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22V365000May 20, 2022serious
Electrical System

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.

21V527000Jul 12, 2021serious
Air Bags

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG CLS53, E350, E450, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, 2020 S450, S560, G550, AMG GLC63, 2020-2021 GLC300, and AMG G63 vehicles. The side crash sensor connectors may come loose, which could delay the activation of air bags and seatbelts during a side impact crash.

21V483000Jun 25, 2021serious
Seat Belts

Mercedes-Benz, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 G550, AMG G63, E350, E450, AMG CLS53, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, AMG GT63, 2021-2022 CLS450, and AMG E63 vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

21V353000May 14, 2021serious
Latches/Locks/Linkages

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 G550 and G63 AMG vehicles. Components within the door latch may prevent the rear doors from latching or opening properly.

21V230000Apr 1, 2021serious
Seats

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLC, CLS, AMG GT 4-door Coupe and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. A faulty electrical contact within the seat position switch may prevent the driver and passenger air bags and seat belt force limiters from properly activating during a crash.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2019-2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class complaints?

Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019-2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. The systems they name most often are the fuel system, the electrical system and the engine.

Is the 2019-2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class a good used car?

That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019-2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2019-2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class have?

NHTSA has 30 owner complaints on file for the 2019-2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.

What recalls affect the 2019-2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?

NHTSA lists 10 recalls covering some 2019-2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.

What should I check before buying a used Mercedes-Benz G-Class?

Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the fuel system, the electrical system and the engine, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.

Does the G-Class have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2019-2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 30 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: moderate. Last updated: 2026-10-12.

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