2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 Differential Recall (23V851)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 590 vehicles · Reported December 15, 2023
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling 590 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 vehicles. The rear axle differential housing may develop cracks, possibly resulting in oil leaking onto the roadway or axle failure. Oil leaking onto the roadway may cause a road hazard for following traffic. Rear axle failure can result in a sudden loss of handling or drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash. The manufacturer is telling owners not to drive these vehicles until the recall repair is done.
Recall 23V851 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V851000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 2024040012/050005 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | December 15, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 |
| Units affected | 590 |
| Component | Power Train > Driveline > Differential Unit |
| Safety risk | Oil leaking onto the roadway may cause a road hazard for following traffic. Rear axle failure can result in a sudden loss of handling or drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 in recall 23V851?
The rear axle differential housing may develop cracks, possibly resulting in oil leaking onto the roadway or axle failure.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 AMG G63 special edition 4×4² (squared) vehicles. The rear axle differential housing may develop cracks, possibly resulting in oil leaking onto the roadway or axle failure.
Is it safe to drive a 2022-2023 AMG G63 with recall 23V851?
No. NHTSA lists recall 23V851 as a Do Not Drive recall. Leave the vehicle parked until the repair is done.
NHTSA lists this as a Do Not Drive recall. The manufacturer is telling owners not to drive these vehicles until the recall repair is done. Call the dealer and ask for a tow and a loaner or rental.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Oil leaking onto the roadway may cause a road hazard for following traffic. Rear axle failure can result in a sudden loss of handling or drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V851?
Recall 23V851 covers 590 vehicles: 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63.
NHTSA lists 590 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 | Mercedes-Benz | AMG G63 |
What is the fix for the AMG G63 differential recall?
Yes. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed.
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Towing to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer may be necessary. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, August 23, 2024, and September 25, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024040012/050005. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 22V-937. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 22V-937 will need to have the new remedy completed.
When was recall 23V851 announced?
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported recall 23V851 to NHTSA on December 15, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| December 15, 2023 | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V851000. |
| June 28, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
| June 28, 2024 | Owner notification letters scheduled (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 34 months ago. If your AMG G63 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my AMG G63 is part of recall 23V851?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V851 is open on your AMG G63, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 23V851000 is open on your AMG G63, it will be listed there, along with Mercedes-Benz recall number 2024040012/050005. You can also ask any Mercedes-Benz dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should AMG G63 owners do about recall 23V851?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V851000 applies to your AMG G63.
- Do not drive the vehicle. Ask the dealer to arrange a tow and a loaner.
- Call a Mercedes-Benz dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the differential unit happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are AMG G63 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 1 of them about the transmission.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the transmission have been filed since recall 23V851 was reported (1) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 8 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 1 of them involve the transmission. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63: 6 complaints in total, 1 about the transmission
- 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63: 2 complaints in total, 0 about the transmission
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V851000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.
2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 owner, NV, NHTSA complaint 11572902, filed February 20, 2024
Can recall 23V851 make my AMG G63 a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this differential unit recall means their AMG G63 qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
A transmission defect affects the core job of the 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63: moving reliably. Owners often see the same symptom return after a repair, and those repeat visits are the kind of history California's lemon law looks at.
This campaign follows an earlier recall for the same issue. A second recall can mean the first remedy failed, and repeated repair attempts on the same defect are the core of most lemon law claims.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 22V937000.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
A typical pattern: an owner reports the transmission slipping, and the dealer can't verify it. Six months later, NHTSA issues a recall for the same problem. Because the recall confirms the defect, the mileage offset goes back to that first visit.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Has your AMG G63 been back to the dealer for this problem?
Call 877-536-6620Other Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 recalls
Frequently asked questions about recall 23V851
Is the 23V851000 recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are normally free at authorized dealers. Check the owner letter or ask the dealer to confirm before work begins.
How do I know if my AMG G63 is part of recall 23V851000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Will a transmission software update fix the problem for good?
Sometimes. Many owners report that shifting problems return after an update. If yours does, go back to the dealer and make sure the visit is written up.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V851000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Mercedes-Benz. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.