2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65 Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65 problems

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CommunicationReported November 1, 2019 · 24,226 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit:
Risk: An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.

Recall number 19V787000 · Recall details

Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise controlReported November 14, 2017 · 8,043 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 G550 4Matic, G63 AMG, and G65 AMG vehicles. A malfunction of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), while Distronic Plus is engaged, may cause the engine to not reduce power, regardless of the vehicle's speed, driving situation or brake application.
Risk: Increased braking effort and/or shifting to neutral would be needed to stop the vehicle, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ESP control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017110012.

Recall number 17V713000 · Recall details

SteeringReported April 11, 2017 · 10,832 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.(MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2016 G550 and G63 AMG vehicles and 2016 G65 AMG vehicles. The steering coupling may have been insufficiently tightened, resulting in the steering connection wearing.
Risk: The steering coupling wear may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering coupling, free of charge. The remedy is currently unavailable. Interim notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed May 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372.

Recall number 17V250000 · Recall details

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Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65 reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65?

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How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65 have?

3 recalls, covering communication, forward collision avoidance and steering.

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