Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
NewRisk. Incorrect wheel bolts can allow a wheel to loosen or detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2025 Mercedes-Benz G 580 EV, most often about the wheels. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-711 the manufacturer reports only 83% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 17, 2026. Updated daily.
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 2 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Risk. Incorrect wheel bolts can allow a wheel to loosen or detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. An automatic emergency braking system that does not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk. An incorrectly displayed warning light can fail to alert the driver to critical safety information, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the G 580 EV median. How we score
Recent wheels complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
While driving at around 35mph, the recently-installed rear left snow tire on the car popped off and was propelled several hundred feet down the road. Upon reviewing the recall information of the car, it seems likely the indicent was caused by defective wheel bolts.
I received a recall notice for this vehicle stating that the wheels may not be safely attached and could come off back in early May. It's been over a month and Mercedes has no solution for the recall at this time. I'm looking to get help with not having to pay my lease since I cannot use the car…
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.