Model year guide

2016 Mercedes-benz g-class

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Mercedes-benz g-class is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2016 Mercedes-benz g-class — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 Mercedes-benz g-class at a glance

Owner complaints3

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2016 Mercedes-benz g-class common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2016 Mercedes-benz g-class trims & engines on record

Trims
G63 AMG
Engines
5.5L 8-cyl 563 hp

2016 Mercedes-benz g-class vehicles on record

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2016 Mercedes-benz g-class — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes-benz g-class?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, latches/locks/linkages.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.