2019 Mercedes-Benz G 550 Recall: Fuel tank may not have been welded properly during manufacturing, which…
NHTSA campaign 21V564000 · Fuel System, Gasoline · filed Jul 23, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The 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.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | G 550 | 2019 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V564000 (manufacturer number 2021080003). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.