| NHTSA Recall # | 133697 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 18V457000 |
| MFG Compaign # | 2018070007 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Supplier | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Brand | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Model | AMG G65 |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE |
| Date of notification | 03/08/18 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 06/09/16 |
| End date of manufacturing | 10/10/16 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 10/07/18 |
| Report created | 13/07/18 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 20 |
| Defect summary | Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2017 mercedes-benz g65 amg vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with the incorrect reverse speed limitation software. While in reverse, any abrupt changes in steering while exceeding 16 mph may cause the vehicle to become unstable. |
| Consequence summary | An unstable vehicle in reverse gear can lead to a vehicle rollover, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Corrective action | Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit (ecu) software, free of charge. The recall began august 3, 2018. Owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. |
| Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |