NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Safety Record
The 2022 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 4 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class has not been subjected to NHTSA's crash-testing program. Consequently, this model year carries no federal star ratings, and our computed Safety Index for the vehicle is unavailable. The limited data on file does indicate a Clean burden band from NHTSA. There are zero recalls on record for the 2022 G-Class, and only four owner complaints have been reported to the agency. None of these complaints detail incidents involving a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. The lack of comprehensive crash-test results means that any assessment of the 2022 G-Class's safety performance cannot be based on federal scores.
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls and a Clean recall-and-complaint burden band, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Clean |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 4 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving its crash-worthiness unassessed. No prior model years appear in the federal database to offer comparable data. In terms of post-sale issues, the vehicle registers in the "Clean" burden band, indicating a minimal record of federal safety defects or owner complaints. There are zero recalls for the 2022 G-Class. Four owner complaints have been filed, primarily concerning fuel-system components. However, these complaints are low in volume and do not report any crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. The "Clean" designation reflects only this low recall and complaint activity, and does not provide an indication of crash-test performance.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class have any recalls?
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class has zero recalls on file with NHTSA. There are no active recall campaigns, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive notices associated with this model year in the federal database.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?
Four owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. Three allege issues with the Fuel System and Gasoline components, and one alleges a concern with the broader Fuel/Propulsion System. All are unverified consumer allegations, and none involve a reported crash, fire, injury, or fatality.
4 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?
Before purchasing a specific 2022 G-Class unit, run the vehicle's VIN through the free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm no open recall campaigns have been issued against that individual vehicle, including any that may have originated from a prior model year and carried over.
- NHTSA has no crash-test score for the 2022 G-Class: no frontal, side, or rollover star rating exists for this model year, and the absence of a score does not indicate a positive or negative safety outcome.
- Zero recalls are on file for this specific model year, meaning no federal safety defect determination or noncompliance finding has been issued against the 2022 G-Class.
- All four owner complaints reported to NHTSA for this model year center on fuel-system components; they are unverified consumer allegations and none describe a crash, fire, injury, or death.
- Because no tested sibling years appear in the federal database for this model, shoppers cannot cross-reference a nearby year's crash-test results as a directional guide.
FAQ2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class safety questions
Was the 2022 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 4 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 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 2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 4 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2022.
- 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.