MULTI-YEAR DEFECT AUDIT (2014–2025)12 Model Years Audited
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Common Problems & Year-by-Year Reliability Guide
Comprehensive historical defect intelligence across 35 total NHTSA owner complaints and 0 federal recall campaigns for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
Best G-Class Years to Buy (Highest Reliability)
Years with Highest Defect Reports (Inspect Closely)
Year-over-Year Matrix
All G-Class Model Years (2014–2025)
| Model Year | Reliability Index | NHTSA Complaints | Recalls | Safety Severity | Detailed Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 G-Class | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2025 |
| 2024 G-Class | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2024 |
| 2023 G-Class | 8.6 / 10 | 6(1.3/10k) | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2023 |
| 2022 G-Class | 9.5 / 10 | 4(0.9/10k) | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2022 |
| 2021 G-Class | 6.5 / 10 | 5(1.1/10k) | 0 | Critical Risk | Audit 2021 |
| 2020 G-Class | 9.5 / 10 | 2(0.4/10k) | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2020 |
| 2019 G-Class | 9.4 / 10 | 6(1.3/10k) | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2019 |
| 2018 G-Class | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2018 |
| 2017 G-Class | 9.5 / 10 | 4(0.9/10k) | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2017 |
| 2016 G-Class | 9.5 / 10 | 3(0.7/10k) | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2016 |
| 2015 G-Class | 9.1 / 10 | 3(0.7/10k) | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2015 |
| 2014 G-Class | 9.5 / 10 | 2(0.4/10k) | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2014 |