My husband and I own two g55's purchased on the same day. They both started leaking fuel infrequently within two weeks of each other. You can actually see the fuel dropping to the ground and smell the gas. I filed a complaint for the other VIN as well. That complaint number is 10490150. The link to the youtube video showing the leak is in the text of the other complaint. When we have taken it in, the service department cannot detect it; they keep trying to send us home. This is incredibly dangerous.
The worst 2002 Mercedes Benz G55 problems
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Recalls 2
Structure
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2011 G550 and G55 (AMG) vehicles manufactured from September 20, 2010, through April 27, 2011. During the front passenger air bag deployment, parts of the molding strip could potentially become loose and become a projectile in the passenger compartment.
- Risk
- In the event of the passenger airbag deployment, if the molding strip comes loose, there is an increased risk of personal injury.
- Remedy
- Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the connection between the molding strip and air bag cover flap, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 26, 2012. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1‑800‑367‑6372.
Recall number 12V380000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: turn signal
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-benz is recalling certain model year 2002-2010 g-class vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these vehicles are equipped with a grill cover for front turn signal protection that, while permissible, may impact over time the signal's ability to meet the minimum requirements of fmvss 108.
- Risk
- The signal light's visibility to other motorists may be reduced over time, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install improved turn light units optimized for usage with grills. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin at the end of december 2010 or early january 2011. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1‑800‑367‑6372.
Recall number 10V366000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Mercedes Benz G55 38
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Wind noises/whistling noises from front area of roof or from area of instrument panel/windshield at high...
- USB port not functioning properly
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamps leaking or fogged
- Wind noises/whistling noises from front area of roof or from area of instrument panel/windshield at high...
- During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or...
What 2002 Mercedes Benz G55 owners say
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My husband and I own two of the exact, same car! They are both leaking gas infrequently. It looks to be coming from a clamp. We have video of the leak. Here is the link on youtube. Http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpat_2vwbg0&feature=share&list=uuo-albym_ieourbxawfk4lw I will file an additional complaint for the other VIN. Aloha.
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Is the 2002 Mercedes Benz G55 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2002 Mercedes Benz G55, 2.0 times a typical G55 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Mercedes Benz G55?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 2 complaints.
How many recalls does the 2002 Mercedes Benz G55 have?
2 recalls, covering structure and exterior lighting.
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