Mercedes Benz G Class 2002-2010
Model G Class made by Mercedes Benz got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, exterior lighting.
Car model
| Name | Recalls | Bulletins | Consumer Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes Benz G Class 2002 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| Mercedes Benz G Class 2003 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Mercedes Benz G Class 2004 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Mercedes Benz G Class 2005 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Mercedes Benz G Class 2006 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| Mercedes Benz G Class 2007 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| Mercedes Benz G Class 2008 | 2 | 11 | 0 |
| Mercedes Benz G Class 2009 | 2 | 13 | 5 |
| Mercedes Benz G Class 2010 | 1 | 26 | 0 |
Model 2003
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 | |||||
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V303000 | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | from 04/01/2003 to 04/30/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 404 | 08/30/2008 | MFR | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | 07/07/2008 | 07/09/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Mercedes-benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, my 2003 g-class, and my 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles. a software calibration number (scn) coding received on the affected vehicles during a recent workshop visit was incorrect. depending on the model year and model affected, the results of an incorrect scn coding can affect a number of vehicle safety and emission functions including the following types of functions: (1) the fuel gauge readings may be incorrect; (2) a stuck fuel-level sensor may not be displayed in the instrument cluster; (3) the obd system may cause the check engine light to illuminate incorrectly; and, (4) the speedometer may be out of tolerance. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In the event of a vehicle crash, the electrical fuel pump may not receive a crash signal that is required for the fuel pump to disconnect and prevent future fuel delivery as designed. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. the recall began on august 30, 2008. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mercedes-benz recall no. 2008 070001.customers may 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 - 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 . | |||||||||||||||