Mercedes-Benz GL recalls and problems by year
NHTSA lists 5 recalls and 7 owner complaints for the Mercedes-Benz GL (model years 2006–2011). The most reported problem area is steering (2 complaints), followed by tires (1 complaint). The 2008 model year has the most recalls (3).
Most reported problem areas
What owners name in their complaints across all Mercedes-Benz GL model years. A complaint can name more than one area.
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2 | 1 of 6 | |
| Tires | 1 | 1 of 6 | |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 1 of 6 | |
| Power train | 1 | 1 of 6 | |
| Seats | 1 | 1 of 6 |
All 5 recalls
| Recall | Date | Problem area | Model years | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11V496000 | Oct 3, 2011 | Fuel system, diesel | 2011 | 6,872 |
| 10V540000 | Oct 29, 2010 | Fuel system, other: fuel filter | 2011 | 2,297 |
| 08V682000 | Dec 19, 2008 | Steering: hydraulic power assist system | 2008 | 577 |
| 08V242000 | Jun 2, 2008 | Trailer hitches | 2006–2008 | 52,740 |
| 08V006000 | Jan 9, 2008 | Engine and engine cooling: engine, diesel | 2006–2008 | 9,004 |
Vehicles: the manufacturer's estimate of all vehicles potentially affected by the recall, across every model it covers. Each model-year page lists what its recalls fix.
Complaint counts grow with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road; compare years with that in mind. Complaints are unverified owner reports.