Mercedes-Benz G 550 years to avoid
Across 2019–2025, no single G 550 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2021 drew the most complaints; 2025 the fewest.
24
Total complaints
19
Recall campaigns
2019–2025
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every G 550 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2022 | 2 | 3 | |
| 2021 | 11 | 7 | |
| 2020 | 2 | 8 | |
| 2019 | 9 | 12 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the Mercedes-Benz G 550?
By complaint volume, 2025 has the cleanest NHTSA record among G 550 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz G 550 have?
Across all model years, the G 550 has 19 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 24 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through August 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated August 28, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.