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🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 20V247📅 May 1, 2020

2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz G 550 & 2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz G63 recall: door latches & locks

⚠️ What's wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 G550 and G63 vehicles. The embossed lock symbol for the child safety lock on the rear doors may indicate the incorrect lock status of the child safety lock.

💥 The risk

If an unrestrained child unexpectedly opens a door, they may fall from the vehicle increasing their risk of injury.

🔧 The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a label on the rear doors with the correct operating direction, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020050034.

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
20V247000
Manufacturer recall #
2020050034
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Vehicles affected
6,659
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Owner phone
1-877-496-3691
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 26, 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 20V247 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 20V247?

2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz G 550 & 2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz G63. 6,659 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 1-877-496-3691.