Mercedes Benz G Class 2009
Model G Class made in 2009 by Mercedes Benz got 5 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 13 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to tires. . Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and power train. There was one recall concerning exterior lighting .
Model 2009
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V368000 | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | from 09/01/2002 to 08/31/2008 | V (Vehicle) | 1938 | MFR | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | 08/06/2010 | 08/06/2010 | 571 | 108 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | Mercedes-benz is recalling certain model year 2002-2009 g-class vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. the headlamps of the affected vehicles are equipped with a protective grill that is not permissible under fmvss no. 108. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The vehicles fail to meet the requirements of the standard. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will remove the headlamp grills free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before november 2010. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V366000 | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | from 09/01/2002 to 07/30/2010 | V (Vehicle) | 3552 | 01/17/2011 | MFR | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | 08/05/2010 | 08/06/2010 | 571 | 108 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Mercedes-benz is recalling certain model year 2002-2010 g-class vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. these vehicles are equipped with a grill cover for front turn signal protection that, while permissible, may impact over time the signal's ability to meet the minimum requirements of fmvss 108. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The signal light's visibility to other motorists may be reduced over time, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install improved turn light units optimized for usage with grills. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin at the end of december 2010 or early january 2011. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||||
| C1A-091101 | 11/01/2009 | 10034566 | Mercedes benz: reprogram mbrace (n123/4) dialed numbers to hughes. this action applies to new vehicle inventory only. *pe | 12/06/2010 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| LI-05-20-P | 05/31/2011 | 10039256 | Mercedes-benz: the malfunction light is on with multiple possible trouble codes stored. there could be a problem with the camshaft and/or scoring of a piston. *rm | 07/13/2011 | |
| LI-05-20-P | 05/31/2011 | 10039256 | Ready | 07/13/2011 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| LI-27-60-P049270 | 04/04/2011 | 10038977 | Ready | 06/29/2011 | |
| LI-27-60-P049270 | 04/04/2011 | 10038977 | Mercedes-benz: the auto-transmission switches to limp home mode or has no power. there are multiple possible fault codes. a piston may be damaged. *rm | 06/29/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIRES | |||
| 08/11/2012 | 29187 | 1 | |
| Landers toyota scion at: 10825 colonel glenn road little rock, ar 72204 sold me a 2009 mercedes benz g55 amg described in overall immaculate, excellent, mint, and showroom condition vehicle and amongst a dozen other issues and problems with misrepresentation, false and misleading advertisement, bait and switch, and fraud and deception it was sold and delivered to me with a set of 4 tires that were extremely unsafe, unevenly worn, damaged, and flat at delivery. (pictures, video's and witnesses available as supporting documents) these tires are not deemed safe to be driven on, especially when the vehicle was for the purpose of shuttling 3 children ages 6, 3, and 8 mos old around. all problems including the clearly unsafe tires was brought to their attention, and all representatives of this dealership including the owner [xxx] landers himself is aware though have not at all done anything to resolve this very serious matter. they have refused to address the issue to date. they have failed to correct this matter since purchase which was over 5 months ago. these tires were removed from the vehicle by professionals, and have been tagged as evidence for all future references. they are available for immediate inspection and review. driving on these tires would have resulted in vehicle failure and loss of control and drivability, thus serious damages and injuries to all passengers as well as any/all related traffic, etc. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr | |||
| 08/11/2012 | 29187 | ||
| Landers toyota scion at: 10825 colonel glenn road little rock, ar 72204 sold me a 2009 mercedes benz g55 amg described in overall immaculate, excellent, mint, and showroom condition vehicle and amongst a dozen other issues and problems with misrepresentation, false and misleading advertisement, bait and switch, and fraud and deception it was sold and delivered to me with a set of 4 tires that were extremely unsafe, unevenly worn, damaged, and flat at delivery. (pictures, video's and witnesses available as supporting documents) these tires are not deemed safe to be driven on, especially when the vehicle was for the purpose of shuttling 3 children ages 6, 3, and 8 mos old around. all problems including the clearly unsafe tires was brought to their attention, and all representatives of this dealership including the owner mr. scott landers himself is aware though have not at all done anything to resolve this very serious matter. they have refused to address the issue to date. they have failed to correct this matter since purchase which was over 5 months ago. these tires were removed from the vehicle by professionals, and have been tagged as evidence for all future references. they are available for immediate inspection and review. driving on these tires would have resulted in vehicle failure and loss of control and drivability, thus serious damages and injuries to all passengers as well as any/all related traffic, etc. | |||