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NHTSA Recall 21V564000: Tank assembly (fuel system)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3 vehicles. It affects 2019 Mercedes-Benz G 550.

3
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (September 3)
NHTSA campaign21V564000
Manufacturer campaign2021080003
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY
Report receivedJuly 23, 2021
Owner notificationSeptember 3, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 G550 vehicles. The fuel tank may not have been welded properly during manufacturing, which could result in a fuel leak.

Safety risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V564000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Benz G 5502019

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.