2020 MERCEDES-BENZ G63 Recalls, Complaints & Safety

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	12
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	5
010000 STEERING	4
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE	4
350000 EQUIPMENT	3
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL	3
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	3
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION	2

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Mercedes-Benz AG (??A?A?MBAG??A?A?), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2019-2023 A-Class, CLA, E-Class, G-Class, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, and S-Class (177, 118, 238, 463, 247, 253, 167, and 222 pl

010000 STEERING

The steering wheel generates grinding noises between the steering wheel and steering column switch module during steering maneuvers See example file in the attachments area: Lenkrad-Schleifger??A?usch_SteeringWheel-GrindingNoises.mp4 T

010000 STEERING

Noises in the steering column area when steering. Under analysis. Check which area of the steering column the noises occur in. Do the noises tend to occur at the bottom in the driver footwell or do they tend to occur in the area of t

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Mercedes-Benz AG (??A?A?MBAG??A?A?), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY19-23 A-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, EQB, G-Class, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, AMG GT, S-Class (177, 205, 118, 257, 213, 23

220000 SEATS

Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat bel

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") is extending the warranty coverage on the engine thermostat (including s

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") is extending the warranty coverage on the engine thermostat (including s

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

The "SOS nonfunctional" message appears sporadically in the instrument cluster of the vehicle. The fault code B129C00 is stored in the control unit log. The message occurs in particular after the vehicle has been non-operational for an ext

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The "SOS nonfunctional" message appears sporadically in the instrument cluster of the vehicle. The fault code B129C00 is stored in the control unit log. The message occurs in particular after the vehicle has been non-operational for an ext

063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

Mercedes-Benz AG (MBAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that the software for the engine control unit in the subject vehicles may not meet current specifications. Any catalytic converter aging might not be immedi

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Mercedes-Benz AG (MBAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that the software for the engine control unit in the subject vehicles may not meet current specifications. Any catalytic converter aging might not be immedi

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2018-2023 C-Class, EQE, EQE SUV, EQS, EQS SUV, GLC, GLE and S-Class (206, 295, 294, 297, 296, 254, 167 and 223 platform) vehicles,

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2018-2023 C-Class, EQE, EQE SUV, EQS, EQS SUV, GLC, GLE and S-Class (206, 295, 294, 297, 296, 254, 167 and 223 platform) vehicles,

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Complaint The customer may complain of the vehicle not starting after being turned off, a yellow 12v Battery Warning message in the instrument cluster and/or a CEL that upon investigation points towards one or more exhaust flaps not respon

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Complaint. Customer complains that CEL is active in instrument cluster. May also report rough running. Cause. Software. Remedy. Please update the ME control unit software. The new software should include 177021216. Ensure that a sensor ro

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Complaint. Customer complains that CEL is active in instrument cluster. May also report rough running. Cause. Software. Remedy. Please update the ME control unit software. The new software should include 177021216. Ensure that a sensor ro

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Complaint. Customer complains that CEL is active in instrument cluster. May also report rough running. Cause. Software. Remedy. Please update the ME control unit software. The new software should include 177021216. Ensure that a sensor ro

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint The customer may complain of the vehicle not starting after being turned off, a yellow 12v Battery Warning message in the instrument cluster and/or a CEL that upon investigation points towards one or more exhaust flaps not respon

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Complaint Customer reports illuminated CEL. Additionally no start condition, lack of power, failure to recover from ECO stop, and/or poor acceleration. Cause a?? Under investigation Remedy Process FSCU and ME codes via guided test. P

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. E.g. when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy As of the 6th generation, the vehicle ke

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. E.g. when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy As of the 6th generation, the vehicle ke

010000 STEERING

Complaint Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position (e.g. with Easy Entry function). Cause Height adjustment moves to the top/bottom limit stop and jams.

010000 STEERING

Complaint Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position (e.g. with Easy Entry function). Cause Height adjustment moves to the top/bottom limit stop and jams. Remedy There are 2 re

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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 saf

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Complaint Difficult to open the rear-end (tailgate) door with the door handle. Cause The link rod between the door lock and the central locking actuator motor may jump out when locking the vehicle. Remedy 1. Remove door trim of rear-en

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint Customer reports a warning message in red in the instrument cluster: "Water fording not possible! Service required". The message is no longer active following an ignition cycle. Cause As a result of an absent or aborted refe

130000 VISIBILITY

Complaint Creaking noise from the upper area of the instrument panel when driving off-road (see Video 1). This noise can also occur after conducting repair work on the refrigerant circuit. Cause A refrigerant line may be twisted when mo

160000 STRUCTURE

Complaint A metallic buzzing/background noise in the door whenever the sound system is active may be heard. Cause The cause could be the window lifter cable. It is possible that this cable vibrates at low frequencies and strikes the win

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint Windshield heater not activating when expected. Note: Windshield heater is only active with the engine running when the defrost button has been activated and outside temperatures are below 41A?F (5A?C). Cause Stone chippings

160000 STRUCTURE

Complaint It may not be possible to unlock the vehicle with the key. There may also be a complaint regarding water entry at the roof. Fault codes that concern the antenna module may be stored in the fault memory of the KEYLESS-GO control

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint It may not be possible to unlock the vehicle with the key. There may also be a complaint regarding water entry at the roof. Fault codes that concern the antenna module may be stored in the fault memory of the KEYLESS-GO control

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Customer states Check Engine Light is on. Related to alternator and charge status of battery. Update PTCU Software if available

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

"MY15+ M278 and M157 Equipped Vehicles with Fault Code ""P023400 a?? Boost Pressure is Too High"" "

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

NEW SERVICE CAMPAIGN LAUNCH INFORMATION.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

The mobile phone address book may not be transferred completely to the multimedia system COMAND, Audio 20, or MBUX. The contact list may not be fully populated and in some instances, the call list will display telephone numbers but no names

020000 SUSPENSION

When driving over speed limiters, speed bumps or rough roads;knocking noises may be heard from the rear area of the vehicle.

062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

Coolant warning in instrument cluster - Leak in coolant line

138700 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:ENGINE COOLANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

Coolant warning in instrument cluster - Leak in coolant line

350000 EQUIPMENT

Coolant warning in instrument cluster - Leak in coolant line

350000 EQUIPMENT

"Free browsing, Internet access via Wi-Fi hotspot and Internet radio nonfunctional"

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

"Free browsing, Internet access via Wi-Fi hotspot and Internet radio nonfunctional"

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

"Free browsing, Internet access via Wi-Fi hotspot and Internet radio nonfunctional"

354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL

Brake squeal at front axle

045200 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS

Brake squeal at front axle

034520 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS

Brake squeal at front axle

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Brake squeal at front axle

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

When accelerating at low speeds (slow roll at < 9 mph, 2nd gear), the engine limp-home mode may be triggered which in turn limits the amount of power available. When a fault occurs, the fault message ESP off or a fault message from the d

130000 VISIBILITY

G-MOPF2018: Front wiper motor makes noise

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Mercedes-Benz AG ("MBAG"), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (?MY?) 2019-2020 G-Class vehicles (463 platform), the fuel tank filler hose may not be fitted properly, causing small amounts o

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Replace automatic transmission

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

The mobile phone address book is not transferred completely to the multimedia system (COMAND or MBUX). In some cases, the call list shows just the telephone numbers but no names. The problem only occurs in conjunction with the iPhone and s

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION