The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·21V564000·Announced 2021-07-23

Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2019 G 550 Models Due to Fuel Tank Welding Defect

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2019 G 550 vehicles because improperly welded fuel tanks may leak, increasing the risk of fire.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (fuel tank welding) that poses a significant risk of fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2019 G 550 vehicles. The recall addresses a manufacturing defect where the fuel tank may not have been welded properly. This defect could result in a fuel leak.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire. The source text does not report any specific incidents of fire or injury associated with this defect.

Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MERCEDES-BENZ G 550
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Fuel System
Hazard
Affected units
3

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • G 550

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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