Mercedes-benz G500 2005
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 2005 Mercedes-Benz G500.
The vehicle is described as a 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD Sport utility vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | Premium | |
| City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
| 11 MPG | 13 MPG | 740.58 g/mile |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the MPG of a 2005 Mercedes-Benz G500?
- The 2005 Mercedes-Benz G500 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 11 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 13 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz G500?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz G500 can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz G500?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz G500 is $5550.
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Are there recalls for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz G500?
- There are 1 recall(s) for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz G500, additional information is below.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
- 5L 8 cylinder 5-speed automatic
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
Automatic 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive G500
Description Data Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Transmission Automatic 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -18000 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details EMS 2MODE CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 24.7925 City mpg for fuel type 1, 11 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 12 Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 5550 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 13 Vehicle record id 21439 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 49 Model name (carline) G500 Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 124 Transmission Automatic 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 14.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 18.5 EPA vehicle size class Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -18000 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details EMS 2MODE CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- NCU - 24240304 - STRUCTURE:BODY: As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleg
- LI91.18-P-077075 - SEATS: Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.G. Seat bel
- LI54.10-P-071499 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Complaint the result from the xentry battery test does not match the current state of the battery. Cause the xentry battery tester uses the stored on-board electrical system data in the sam module to access the health of the 12 volt bat
- LI8270P071024 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: The mobile phone address book may not be transferred completely to the multimedia system comand, audio 20, or mbux. The contact list may not be fully populated and in some instances, the call list will display telephone numbers but no names
- LI3225P069660 - SUSPENSION: When driving over speed limiters, speed bumps or rough roads;knocking noises may be heard from the rear area of the vehicle.
- LI8285P0647651 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Traffic information service and posibly the voice control, nonfunctional after navigation software update.
- LI8285P0581859 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES: "anti-theft protection activated".
- LI8285P055695 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The comand unit does not start or the display remains dark.
- LI8285P053927 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: "metadata loss- please reimport all media data".
- LI8270P056963 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Software update of comand online control unit.
- LI7720P056351 - VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY: Sunroof leaks.
- LI54.30-P-072145 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Ntg5.5: incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, comand display, and analog clock
- LI82.85-P-071453 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "sos, service not activated" and/or mercedes me connect services nonfunctional
- LI82.10-P-070740 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS: G facelift: complaints regarding headlamp (ils)
- LI82.95-P-056655 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.
- LI82.85-P-055695 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The comand unit does not start or the comand display remains dark. The comand unit cannot be operated. Note: the problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after interrupting the power supply (circuit 30).
- LI46.25-P-058633 - STEERING: Vibrations at the steering wheel or steering system has excessive resistance
- LI49.20-P-056353 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Engine diagnosis warning lamp active. Fault code 20be1b and/or 20bd1b (the heating element of the adblue tank has a malfunction) is logged in the blue-tec control unit.
- LI49.20-P-056353 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Engine diagnosis warning lamp active. Fault code 20be1b and/or 20bd1b (the heating element of the adblue tank has a malfunction) is logged in the blue-tec control unit.
- LI43.05-P-058344 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Constant noise from the engine compartment.
- LI14.20-P-052079 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up - fault code entry (fc) 14a600 or 14a700
- C1A140101 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: This customer 1 action has been initiated because certain mbrace subscribers were recently contacted by mbrace informing them that they need to have an i-button call performed to ensure their mbrace device has registered with the verizon
- LI46.25-P-059240 - WHEELS: Vehicle runs off to the right on flat roads when driving straight ahead.
- LI54.30-P-063675 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Instrument cluster: no display in instrument cluster
- T-B-47.10/62 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP: Mercedes benz: bleed hose for filler neck on fuel tank. *kb
- LI-33-40 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Mercedes-benz: model 463. The differential lock on either axle may not engage or will desengage automatically. *rm
- SB-59783 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Mercedes-benz: there are electrical production quality issues that cause the air bag warning light to illuminate. *rm
- LI-58-40 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Xentry (mercedes): engine warning lamp is currently on or was on and a delay fault of the camshaft adjust to current or stored in the engine control unit. Models 171, 203, 209, 211, 219, 221, 216, 230, 164, 251, and 403. No model years li
- SB-2008120008 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Mercedes benz: models 203, 209, 211, 219,230, and 463; model years 2005-2007. Replace pilot bushing at electrohydraulic unit. Daimler ag has determined that on affected vehicles the transmission pilot bushing may leak. Dealer will repla
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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| No | No | N | None | None | 20150602 |
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mercedes benz g500. While driving over 40 mph, the vehicle shook violently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the sbc pump malfunctioned. The vehicle was previously repaired under an unknown manufacturer recall related to the sbc pump; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 123,755. The vin and nhtsa campaign number were unavailable.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20131209 |
The vehicle has turned off by itself while driving at various speeds. Engine turns off, all electrical power including power steering and brake assist shuts off - when this happens vehicle becomes very difficult to operate. To regain power, vehicle must be switched to neutral, come to a complete stop, and key needs to be cycled off and back on. Dealer, mercedes benz of westminster in colorado has not been able to diagnose the problem with a great degree of certainty, although they think it may be a defective ignition switch. Dealer has contacted mbusa for them to authorize exploratory repairs at no or partial cost to the customer, which mbusa has refused. This is the same ignition switch which was used on 2005-08 mercedes c-class and has caused a myriad of electrical issues as documented by vehicle owners on various forums such as mbworld.Org and benzworld.Org - mercedes has issued a tsb for those vehicles, but not for low production # vehicles such as a g500. *tr