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3 known problems
medium
EGR carbon and clogging
medium
Mercedes 722.6 auto wear
medium
Brand support uncertainty
Recalls
1 on recordREC-006327
2025-04-08
Defect: Due to a manufacturing defect, under certain driving conditions the engine cooling fan fuse may fail.
Hazard: The engine may overheat, leading to a sudden loss of motive power while driving.
Remedy: Contact a KGM SsangYong dealer to have the cooling fan fuse replaced, free of charge.
Affected: 15,284 units, Musso & Rexton 2020-2024
Official notice: www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au · details checked 2026-09-30
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Price (AUD)
$22-45k
Body styles
Single Cab, Extra Cab, Dual Cab
Drivetrain
RWD, 4WD part-time
Origin
Korea
Built in
Korea
Overview
Korean-built Musso (no relation to the 1990s Mercedes-platform Musso also sold in AU). Coil-spring rear suspension, Mercedes-derived 722.6 7-speed auto, full 3500kg tow from a 2.2L four. Long warranty when new. SsangYong was acquired and rebranded as KG Mobility — creates some brand-continuity uncertainty for parts and dealer support, particularly in regional NSW. Lower payload (under 800kg on the XLV long-bed) is the main practical compromise versus the segment.
Engines & variants
2.2L D22DTR (Korean common-rail diesel)
Engine
Korean TD
Engine code
Config
I4
Displacement
2.2L
Power
133kW
Torque
400-420Nm
Drivetrain
RWD / Part-time 4WD
0–100
~11.5s
Economy
~8.6 L/100km combined
Tow (braked)
3500kg
Tow (unbraked)
750kg
Transmission
6MT, 6AT (Aisin)
Timing chain / belt / gear
Chain-driven, inspect from 150,000km
Pros
- 3500kg tow from a 2.2
- Mercedes-derived 7-speed auto
- Long warranty when new
- Decent cabin
- Coil rear = comfy
Cons
- KG Mobility brand restructure uncertainty
- Lower payload (under 800kg XLV)
- Dealer network sparse regionally
- Resale unproven
Known problems
medium
EGR carbon and clogging
Common on D22DTR.
Fix: EGR clean. EGR delete where legal.
medium
Mercedes 722.6 auto wear
7G-Tronic conductor plate failures with age.
Fix: Mercedes-spec ATF every 60-80k.
medium
Brand support uncertainty
KG Mobility restructure creates uncertainty.
Fix: Confirm parts availability locally before buying.