Recall 17V817000: 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Dec 18, 2017
Vehicles affected
432
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mercedes G550 & G550 4x4 Squared vehicles. The vacuum hose for the brake booster may collapse resulting in increased braking effort.

The risk

Increased braking effort may increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vacuum hose, as necessary, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners will be notified of the recall in January 2018 and they will receive a second letter when the parts become available, currently expected to be in March 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018020010.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550

Details

NHTSA campaign
17V817000
Manufacturer campaign
2018020010
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Owner letters
Mar 16, 2018
Components
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist (Brakes); Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Brakes)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology