2012 Mercedes-Benz G-Class
The Verdict
Worst problem area
No complaints reported
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model-year.
Complaints filed fell from 2 in 2011 to 0 in 2012.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | vs. 2012 Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 5,950–6,450 | 5,950–6,450 | 5,950 | 5,950 | 5,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 12–13 | 12–13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 11 / 15 | 11–12 / 13–15 | 12 / 15 | 12 / 14–15 | 12 / 14–15 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 684–741 | 684–741 | 684 | 680–696 | 680–696 | |
| Complaints filed | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 2 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz G-Class have?
No NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz G-Class get?
EPA rates it 13 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2012 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?
EPA estimates $5,950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 7-spd | 8 | 5.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 12 mpg | 15 mpg | 13 mpg | $5,950 | 684 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls
No recalls have been issued for this model-year.