2019 Mercedes-Benz G 550 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Amg G63 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz G 550 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz Amg G63 — Electronic stability control (esc)
Published February 18, 2020 · Recall initiated: February 14, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V090000, published February 18, 2020 and initiated February 14, 2020. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2019 Mercedes-Benz G 550 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Amg G63 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz G 550 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz Amg G63 — Electronic stability control (esc).
What's the hazard
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 G550 4MATIC and G63 AMG 4MATIC vehicles. An electrical resistor within the differential locking module may malfunction, interrupting communication between the control unit and the differential locking actuator, possibly resulting in the deactivation of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) while driving.
What to do
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the differential locking modules and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 21, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070005.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- G 550
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ G 550 | 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG G63 | 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ G 550 | 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG G63
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Mercedes-Benz G 550 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Amg G63 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz G 550 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz Amg G63 — Electronic stability control (esc) recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V090000 on February 18, 2020. Reported hazard: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 G550 4MATIC and G63 AMG 4MATIC vehicles. An electrical resistor within the differential locking module may malfunction, interrupting communication between the control unit and the differential locking actuator, possibly resulting in the deactivation of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) while driving.
What should I do if I have this product?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the differential locking modules and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 21, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070005.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ. Model: G 550.