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2013 Mercedes-Benz G63 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz G63 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

2

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other G63 years?

G63 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted4 complaints2013: 2 complaints2014: 1 complaints2015: 4 complaints2016: 2 complaints2017: 4 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints
G63 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 Mercedes-Benz G63 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Steering150%
Body & Structure150%

Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz G63 have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

19V787000OtherNovember 1, 2019 · 24,226 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf

Consequence

An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.

17V250000SteeringApril 11, 2017 · 10,832 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.(MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2016 G550 and G63 AMG vehicles and 2016 G65 AMG vehicles. The steering coupling may have been insufficiently tightened, resulting in the steering connection wearing.

Consequence

The steering coupling wear may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering coupling, free of charge. The remedy is currently unavailable. Interim notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed May 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

17V177000Electrical SystemMarch 14, 2017 · 51 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 AMG GT-S, GLC300, CLA250 and GLE300d 4Matic vehicles, 2013 C250, E350 BlueTec and G63 AMG vehicles, 2008-2014 C300 vehicles, 2013-2014 C300 4Matic and ML350 4Matic vehicles, 2009 C350 vehicles, 2014 CLS550, E350 4Matic, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E350 Wagon 4Matic, GLK350 and SL550 vehicles, 2012 CLS550 4Matic vehicles, 2012-2016 E350 vehicles, 2016-2017 GL450 4Matic vehicles, 2012-2014 ML350 4Matic BlueTec vehicles, 2015 S550, S550 4Matic and C300 4Matic Sedan vehicles, 2015-2016 C300 Sedan vehicles, and 2017 SL63 AMG vehicles. Various control units on these vehicles may have been updated with incorrect software, potentially affecting the correct deployment of the air bags in the event of a crash.

Consequence

If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“WHILE DRIVING ON NEW YORK CITY'S WEST SIDE HIGHWAY MY HOOD STARTED TO VIBRATE AND SUDDENLY POPPED OPEN COMPLETELY OBSCURING MY VISION. FORTUNATELY I MANAGED TO PULL OVER WITHOUT INJURY. I SUBSEQUENTLY BROUGHT THE CAR IN EVERY TIME THE HOOD WOULD START TO RATTLE. AFTER A DOZEN ATTEMPTS I GAVE UP AND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · January 12, 2017

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ G63. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 8 MPH, CHANGING LANES TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL JERKED AND CAUSED THE FRONT PASSENGER EDGE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · May 31, 2017 · crash

2013 Mercedes-Benz G63 — common questions

Is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz G63 reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz G63 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2013 Mercedes-Benz G63. 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.