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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 20V090📅 Feb 18, 2020

2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 & 2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz G 550 recall: powertrain & transmission

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system or anti-lock brakes may increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
20V090000
Manufacturer recall #
2020070005
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Vehicles affected
6,300
Component
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC); POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Owner phone
1-800-367-6372
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Aug 21, 2020
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 20V090 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 20V090?

2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 & 2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz G 550. 6,300 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-367-6372.