2017 Mercedes-benz g-class G550
WDCYC5FF7HX279818
Vehicle history report for the 2017 Mercedes-benz g-class (VIN WDCYC5FF7HX279818). Yellow. Title: Clean. 15,189 mi reported. Registered in Fl. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN WDCYC5FF7HX279818
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2017 mercedes-benz g-class.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Mercedes-benz g-class, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 4
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2017 Mercedes-benz g-class.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Dear NHTSA Please consider this a formal complaint against Mercedes-Benz for completely defective ABS and EPS systems which control handling, dynamic stability, and anti-lock braking. The “Defective” designation is theirs, rather than a notice to service or that the systems were merely off-line or required repair. The failure notice was issued by the car it…
NHTSA ODI #11418736UNKNOWN OR OTHER,BACK OVER PREVENTION
PLEASE CONSIDER THIS A FORMAL COMPLAINT AGAINST MERCEDES-BENZ FOR ONGOING SENSOR AND BACKUP CAMERA SAFETY FAILURES. REAR CAMERAS AND SENSORS CONTINUE INTERMITTENT FAILURE EVEN AFTER YEARS OF SERVICE BY MERCEDES BENZ AND HAVE ACTUALLY CAUSED 1 ACCIDENT. FULL EXPLANATION AND DOCUMENTATION SUBMITTED IN 4 ATTACHMENTS.
NHTSA ODI #11413169UNKNOWN OR OTHER
MERCEDES BENZ ISSUED A RECALL NOTICE NHTSA RECALL 21V058 ... NEITHER THE DEALER NOR MERCEDES BENZ CAN PROVIDE THE FIX ... NOR WILL PROVIDE A PATH OR DATE TO THE REPAIR. SEE ATTACHED FILES. FULL DESCRIPTION OF THIS COMPLAINT CONTAINED IN THE PDF FILE.
NHTSA ODI #11406857UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
DUE TO A TRACTION CONTROL SOFTWARE ERROR IN MANUFACTURING, AND PERHAPS OTHER ERRORS THAT TRIGGER ERROR CODES, MY CAR WITH ONLY 650 MILES IS UNDRIVEABLE AND UNSAFE. A REPLACEMENT MODULE MUST BE BUILT IN GERMANY WHICH WILL TAKE OVER ONE MONTH TO BE SENT TO THE U.S. DEALERSHIP,AS WELL AS OTHER POSSIBLE FIXES MAY HAVE TO BE MADE,.
NHTSA ODI #11055907
