2026 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 5 in 2025 to 0 in 2026.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2026 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 5,550–7,050 | 4,300–5,150 | 4,300–5,150 | 5,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 11–14 | 15–18 | 15–18 | 15 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 10–13 / 12–16 | 14–17 / 16–19 | 14–17 / 16–19 | 14 / 16 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 617–817 | 490–608 | 490–608 | 608 | |
| Complaints filed | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
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 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class have?
No NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class get?
EPA rates it 15–18 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?
EPA estimates $4,300–$5,150 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (A2) | — | — | 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 68 MPGe | 56 MPGe | 62 MPGe | $1,200 | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 9-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 17 mpg (high) | 19 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $4,300 (low) | 490 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 9-spd | 8 | 4.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 14 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | $5,150 (high) | 608 g/mi (high) |
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.