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2011 Mercedes-Benz G550 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz G550 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

3

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2011 compare to other G550 years?

G550 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2011 highlighted3 complaints2009: 1 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 3 complaints2013: 3 complaints2014: 1 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 1 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints
G550 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2011 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2011 Mercedes-Benz G550 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure267%
Visibility & Wipers133%

Does the 2011 Mercedes-Benz G550 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

12V380000Body & StructureAugust 6, 2012 · 189 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2011 G550 and G55 (AMG) vehicles manufactured from September 20, 2010, through April 27, 2011. During the front passenger air bag deployment, parts of the molding strip could potentially become loose and become a projectile in the passenger compartment.

Consequence

In the event of the passenger airbag deployment, if the molding strip comes loose, there is an increased risk of personal injury.

Remedy

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the connection between the molding strip and air bag cover flap, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 26, 2012. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz G550. The contact stated that the vehicle was rusted. The contact stated that the suspension and body were rusted in several locations. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who referred him to the manufacturer. The vehicle was taken to an independent…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · July 1, 2022

“WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED MOVING. ON A TEXAS FREEWAY I-35 THERE WAS NO VISIBILITY GOING 55 MILES PER HOUR IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. REPEATEDLY TURNING WIPER CONTROL ON AND OFF, THE WIPERS WOULD NOT MOVE.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · May 31, 2015

2011 Mercedes-Benz G550 — common questions

Is the 2011 Mercedes-Benz G550 reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2011 Mercedes-Benz G550 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2011 Mercedes-Benz G550. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.