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The 2021 Mercedes-Benz G550 is a high-performance multipurpose passenger vehicle featuring a 4.0L V8 engine with direct fuel injection and turbocharging. It comfortably seats five and includes an array of advanced safety features such as Dynamic Brake Support, Lane Departure Warning, and Blind Spot Warning. Standard amenities include Adaptive Cruise Control, Parking Assist, and a Backup Camera. Built in Graz, Austria, this left-hand drive vehicle combines luxury with robust engineering.

Decoded VIN:

Make

MERCEDES-BENZ

Manufacturer Name

MERCEDES-BENZ CARS

Model

G-Class

Model Year

2021

Plant City

GRAZ

Trim

G550

Vehicle Type

MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)

Plant Country

AUSTRIA

Note

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Body Class

Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)

Wheel Base (inches) From

113.80

Number of Wheels

Wheel Size Front (inches)

Wheel Size Rear (inches)

Steering Location

Left-Hand Drive (LHD)

Number of Seats

Number of Seat Rows

Transmission Style

Automatic

Transmission Speeds

Axles

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

4000.0

Displacement (CI)

244.09497637892

Displacement (L)

4.0

Engine Stroke Cycles

Engine Model

M176

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Valve Train Design

Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)

Engine Configuration

V-Shaped

Cooling Type

Water

Other Engine Info

L-9 / Direct Fuel Injection (DFI)

Turbo

Yes

Engine Manufacturer

Mercedes-Benz AG

Pretensioner

Yes

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Other Restraint System Info

Type 2 seat belts for all occupants. Seat belts on all outer seats are equipped with belt tensioners and load limiters.

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations

1st and 2nd Rows

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Standard

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Standard

Traction Control

Standard

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type

Direct

Auto-Reverse System for Windows and Sunroofs

Standard

Keyless Ignition

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Standard

Crash Imminent Braking (CIB)

Standard

Blind Spot Warning (BSW)

Standard

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

Standard

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

Standard

Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA)

Standard

Backup Camera

Standard

Parking Assist

Standard

Dynamic Brake Support (DBS)

Standard

Automatic Crash Notification (ACN) / Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN)

Standard

Daytime Running Light (DRL)

Standard

Headlamp Light Source

LED

Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam Switching

Standard

Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB)

Standard

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Standard

Most common problems:

Oil leaks

The Mercedes-Benz M176 engine, being a high-performance V8, can sometimes develop oil leaks, especially around the valve cover gaskets and timing chain cover.

Carbon buildup

Direct Fuel Injection (DFI) engines, like the M176, are prone to carbon buildup on the intake valves over time, which can affect performance and fuel efficiency.

Timing chain issues

Some V8 Mercedes-Benz engines have been known to experience timing chain stretch or tensioner issues, leading to rattling noises and potential engine damage if not addressed.

Turbocharger problems

The M176 engine is equipped with twin-turbochargers, which can suffer from wear and tear, leading to reduced performance, oil leaks, and potential turbo failure.

Cooling system failures

High-performance engines generate a lot of heat, and issues with the cooling system, such as radiator or water pump failures, can lead to overheating and potential engine damage.

Fuel injector issues

Direct Fuel Injection systems can sometimes experience problems with fuel injectors clogging or failing, leading to rough idling, misfires, and poor fuel economy.

Electrical problems

Modern Mercedes-Benz vehicles, including the G-Class, have complex electrical systems that can sometimes suffer from issues such as sensor failures, wiring problems, or software glitches.

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