Mercedes Recalls G-Class SUVs Over Braking Defect

Mercedes-Benz recently recalled some high-end sport utility vehicles over a serious problem that increases the risk of accidents. 

The German automaker called back 12 new G-Class SUVs because their automatic emergency braking system may fail. The vehicle's front radar sensors may be defective, thanks to problems with printed circuit boards, the company told U.S. auto safety regulators.

“Object detection might not be sufficiently robust and potentially cause certain driver assistance system functions to deactivate without warning,” the company said in a notice filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Furthermore, autonomous partial or full braking might not be initiated as intended.” 

“Should a driver rely solely on the driver assistance systems, this might increase the risk of a crash,” Mercedes-Benz added.

The recall covers certain 2025 G 580 SUVs, which were produced between April and July this year.

Mercedes-Benz became aware of the issue in May, following a factory floor report. The company traced the problem back to a supplier a month later.

Mercedes-Benz plans to notify owners of recalled vehicles by mid-December. It will ask owners to bring their cars to authorized service providers to have the sensors replaced, free of charge.

The move comes about six months after Mercedes-Benz called back more than 6,000 G-Class SUVs over an electrical problem affecting the vehicle’s traction control warning lights.

More recently, the automaker called back a small number of Sprinter 2500 vans over a problem with automatic braking that sounds similar to the latest issue with G-Class SUVs.

How the California Lemon Law Protects Mercedes-Benz Drivers

These kinds of recalls are common across automakers and types of cars. 

Fortunately, Californians have some important rights and protections when it comes to malfunctioning and defective cars. You do not need to wait around for a recall to get your car fixed, with the vehicle manufacturer picking up the tab.

The California lemon law generally requires carmakers to perform various repairs on vehicles while they are under warranty. It also forces them to buy back covered vehicles that they are not able or refuse to fix. That includes compensating the owner for the car’s purchase price, as well as financing fees, rental car costs, and other related expenses. An automaker can instead offer to replace the vehicle, but it is up to the owner to accept or reject this alternative arrangement.

There is no specific number of repair requests or attempts that must happen before the buyback or replace requirement kicks in. An experienced lemon law attorney can help you understand your rights and take action.

Speak with an Orange County Lemon Law Attorney

If you have been stuck with a defective or malfunctioning vehicle, an Orange County lemon law attorney at Bickel Sannipoli APC can help you fight back. Our attorneys combine decades of experience in these cases and have a strong track record of successful results.

Call us at (888) 800-1983 or contact us online to speak with an Orange County lemon law attorney.