Mercedes-Benz G 350
Registered from 2010 to 2012.
About this model
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, colloquially known as the G-Wagon or G-Wagen, is a four-wheel drive luxury SUV sold by Mercedes-Benz. Originally developed as a military off-roader, later more luxurious models were added to the line. In certain markets, it was sold under the Puch name as Puch G until 2000.
From the Wikipedia article Mercedes-Benz G-Class, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
What fails its inspection
Great Britain's MOT record for the 2012 3.0 diesel. 6 of 46 tests failed.
| Where | Share of failures | Failed tests |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 50% | 3 |
| Lights and electrics | 50% | 3 |
| Suspension | 50% | 3 |
| Steering | 33% | 2 |
| Visibility | 17% | 1 |
The defects inspectors cite
- A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
- A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play
- A brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
- A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage
- An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
- Brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn
Before you buy one
Built from what this car fails on, not from general knowledge of the model.
- Brakes — 50% of its failures
- A brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
- Brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn
- Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded
- Suspension — 50% of its failures
- A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
- A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage
- Steering — 33% of its failures
- A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play
- Lights and electrics — 50% of its failures
- An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
- Visibility — 17% of its failures
Recalls
Filed by the manufacturer with a regulator. A recall is repaired free of charge, whoever owns the car now.
A12/01448/22
Faulty configurations of the control units (traction systems, signal recording triggering modules, engine control units and headlights) could cause one or more control units to malfunction, which could increase the risk of an accident. The exhaust emissions exceed the legal limits, posing a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/01558/23
The oil supply to the drive shaft bearing in the rear axle differential may be inadequate, which could lead to that the car suddenly loses speed, creating a risk of an accident. Moreover, the rear wheels may lock, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and/or transmission oil may leak or vehicle parts may fall onto the road, endangering other road users. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/1721/12
The spot welding between the serrated strip and the airbag cover in the instrument panel support plate may not have been carried out correctly. This may lead to an unpredictable deployment of the airbag and the airbag cover in case of accident, leading to a higher risk of injury.
Recall of the product from end users