2019 Mercedes-Benz G-class: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker G-class years.
6 owner complaints, most about visibility/wiper. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2019 G-class?The 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-class has 6 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are visibility/wiper and electrical system.
Safety record for the 2019 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-class vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other G-class years only. How we score it
Is 2019 a good year for the G-class?
Across the 16 G-class model years we track, complaint volume runs from 2 (2020) to 14 (2002). With 6 complaints, the 2019 G-class sits about the same as the model's median of 4.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
What owners say across generations
\nSentiment is overwhelmingly positive, characterized by deep admiration for its iconic design, unparalleled build quality, and status as a cultural symbol.
Owner insights cover all generations of the G-class. See the full G-class owner picture and every model year.
Other G-class model years
Compare every G-class year side by side to see how 2019 ranks against the rest.
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