2009 Mercedes-Benz G550 Problems & Complaints

Few complaintsabout as many complaints as a typical year of the G550 at the same age

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2009 Mercedes-Benz G550 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. The most reported problem area is the wheels & tires (1 complaint). 2 recalls cover this model year.

1complaints
2recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2009 Mercedes-Benz G550 problems

  • Wheels & tires
    1100%

Share of the 1 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mercedes-Benz G550 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz G550. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best G550 years: 2015, 2017, 2023. Compare all years →

2009 Mercedes-Benz G550 recalls (2)

Exterior lighting › Turn signal

NHTSA recall 10V-366 · Aug 5, 2010 · 3,552 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2002-2010 g-class vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these vehicles are equipped with a grill cover for front turn signal protection that, while permissible,…

Remedy: Dealers will install improved turn light units optimized for usage with grills. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin at the end of December 2010 or early January 2011.

Fuel system, other

NHTSA recall 09V-453 · Nov 24, 2009 · 352 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz is recalling model year 2009 550 g-class vehicles. The fuel line quick connectors located under the vehicle away from the engine compartment May not have been connected properly on the assembly line and completely seated in the connection.

Remedy: Dealers will check the connection of the fuel line quick connectors and install a new clamp to assure the quick connectors secure connection. The remedy will be performed free of charge.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2009 Mercedes-Benz G550 a good car?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the 2009 G550 rates few complaints: about as many complaints as a typical year of the G550 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Mercedes-Benz G550?

The wheels & tires — 1 complaint, 100% of all complaints for this model year.

How many recalls does the 2009 Mercedes-Benz G550 have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz G550, the most recent from August 5, 2010 (turn signal). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz G550?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2015, 2017 and 2023. See the full Mercedes-Benz G550 years comparison.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.