NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Safety Record
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 5 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA; consequently, it carries no star ratings or Safety Index score. This absence of data means MotorCaliber cannot characterize the model year's structural or occupant protection performance. The federal record shows a Light recall and complaint burden band, with no open recall campaigns on file and a small pool of five owner-reported complaints. While limited, this record is not alarming; however, the lack of crash-test results should not be interpreted as an indication of its crash safety performance.
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recall campaigns on file, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 5 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class received no recall campaigns, placing it in the Light burden band for recalls and complaints. Five owner complaints are on file, including unverified allegations of one crash and one fire. However, the fifteen alleged injuries associated with these few reports are a notable data point that prospective buyers should review in detail on nhtsa.gov. The Electrical System and Engine each account for three of the five reported complaints, indicating these systems as primary areas of owner concern. No crash-test data is available for this model year, nor for any adjacent years in our coverage.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class have any recalls?
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. There are no components cited, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive directives associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check at nhtsa.gov, as recall status can change.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?
Five complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. The top components alleged are the Electrical System and Engine, each cited three times, followed by single allegations involving Service Brakes, Suspension, Forward Collision Avoidance, and the Fuel and Propulsion System. All are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
5 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?
Before purchasing a used 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class, run the specific vehicle's VIN through the free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm no open recall campaigns have been issued since this record was compiled. Recall status is vehicle-specific and can change at any time.
- NHTSA has no crash-test score on record for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class, meaning frontal, side, and pole-impact structural performance data from the agency does not exist for this model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for this model year, but shoppers should verify open-recall status for any specific vehicle using the VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov, as recall filings can be added at any time.
- Five unverified complaints were reported to NHTSA for this model year, with the Electrical System and Engine each cited in three separate allegations, making those the two most frequently mentioned components in the complaint record.
- The fifteen alleged injuries reported across five complaints is a figure that stands out given the small complaint pool, and prospective buyers are encouraged to read the individual complaint narratives at nhtsa.gov to understand the full context of those allegations.
FAQ2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class safety questions
Was the 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 5 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 5 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.