Symptoms
A rear door that looks shut but isn't fully latched, or one that won't open from inside.
The fix, step by step
- Recall 21V-353 replaced the rear door latches on about 17,800 2019–2021 G 550s and G 63s.
- Recall 24V-659 then covered 2019–2023 trucks that had received a replacement latch, either in service or under the first recall, and replaced the right-rear latch again.
- A truck fixed under 21V-353 may still need the 24V-659 remedy.
- Check the VIN for both, and work every rear door from inside and outside on the test drive.
Tools & part numbers
- VIN
- Mercedes-Benz dealer
Where to buy the parts
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Rated for a competent home mechanic with a decent tool kit. Confirm torque figures, fluids and procedures against the factory service manual for your VIN, support the truck on stands rather than a jack, and work at your own risk (disclaimer). Some parts links are affiliate links, which pay us a small commission at no cost to you.