Mercedes-Benz G580 electric recalled over this issue: Details
Mercedes-Benz India has issued a voluntary recall for 99 units of the G 580 electric SUV due to a potential issue involving the vehicle’s wheel bolts. The affected electric SUVs were manufactured between July 12, 2024, and August 18, 2025. Mercedes-Benz has not reported any incidents linked to this issue. However, the company has initiated the recall as a preventive measure and has advised owners of affected vehicles to have their SUVs inspected at authorised service centres.According to details published on the SIAM portal, certain vehicles may have wheel bolts that do not meet specified standards. Over time, the bolts and wheel connection may loosen while driving, affecting vehicle stability and increasing the risk of an accident.The recall notice states that a loose wheel connection could impair driving stability under certain conditions. This is Mercedes-Benz India’s second recall of 2026. Earlier this year, the company recalled select C63 S AMG and CLE models over a potential defect in the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). While the carmaker has not issued a detailed statement on the matter, the required repairs are expected to be performed at no cost. Owners can also contact authorised Mercedes-Benz dealerships to check whether their vehicle is included in the recall. The Mercedes-Benz G 580 is powered by a 116kWh battery pack paired with four electric motors, with one motor on each wheel. The setup delivers a combined output of 587PS and 1,164Nm of torque. Mercedes-Benz claims a WLTP-certified driving range of 473km, while the SUV can accelerate from 0-100kph in 5 seconds. One of its key features is the G-Turn function, which allows the vehicle to complete a 720-degree rotation on the spot.For off-road use, the electric G-Class retains an independent front suspension and features a rigid rear axle along with virtual mechanical differential locks for improved torque distribution. It also comes with a low-range gearbox and an off-road crawl mode that allows the SUV to move at speeds as low as 2kph. The EV-specific architecture has also improved its water-wading ability to 850mm, which is 100mm higher than that of the standard G-Class.
