Does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL, the most recent reported on June 2, 2008 (Trailer hitches). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL?

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints), followed by power train (1).

How many 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2007 Mercedes-Benz GL recalls and problems

2 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2007 Mercedes-Benz GL recalls

Trailer hitches

NHTSA campaign 08V242000 · reported June 2, 2008 · MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. · 52,740 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mercedes-benz is recalling 52,740 my 2006-2008 gl and ml class vehicles equipped with flex-n-gate trailer hitch. Some of the weld seams connecting the trailer hitch receiver to the attachment bar used to secure the trailer hitch to the body frame do not meet performance specifications.
The risk: This may result in the traile rhitch receiver separating from the attachment bar, creating a road hazard which may lead to a vehicle crash. The trailer hitch must not be used for any purpose until it has been repaired.
The fix: Dealers will repair the trailer hitch. The recall began on june 16, 2008. Owenrs may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Engine and engine cooling: engine, diesel

NHTSA campaign 08V006000 · reported January 9, 2008 · MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. · 9,004 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with diesel engines, the crankshaft sensor could fail due to separation of bond wires from the lead frame in the sensor. This results in an interruption in the electrical connection in the chip housing of the sensor.
The risk: When this happens, the vehicle may lose power rather than enter a limp-home mode. In addition, the vehicle cannot be restarted after failure of the electrical connection in the sensor, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor. The recall began on february 4, 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Fuel system, gasoline1
Power train1
Seats1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Apr 14, 2013 · Power train · 79,500 miles
WHILE DRIVING FOR A PERIOD OF 30 MINUTES TO A HOUR ON CRUISE CONTROL THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN Y CRUISE CONTROL SENDS UP A ERROR MESSAGE N CUTS OUT THEN MY TRANSMISSION DROPS FROM 7TH GEAR TO 6TH GEAR AND WOULD GET STUCK AND I CAN'T SHIFT IT AT ALL. I WOULD HAVE TO PULL OVER TURN MY OF THE CAR TURN IT BACK ON JUST SO THE…

Dec 13, 2011 · Seats · 68,800 miles
I WAS DRIVING FOR LESS THAN 5 MINUTES WITH SEAT HEATER ON WHEN I FELT BURNING ON LEFT SIDE OF MY LOWER BACK. I FELT THE SEAT AND IT WAS VERY HOT AND MELTING. I IMMEDIATELY TURNED SEAT HEATER OFF, BUT I WAS IN TRAFFIC AND COULD NOT STOP. THE SEAT BEGAN TO COOL, BUT I SMELLED A STRONG BURNING ODOR. WHEN I WAS ABLE TO…

Jul 1, 2008 · Fuel system, gasoline
TL CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MERCEDES BENZ GL320. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE STEERING AND BRAKES LOST POWER. THE CONTACT SWAYED TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY AND A WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, BUT THEY COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE…

GL model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2006	2	0
2007	2	3
2008	3	1
2009	0	1
2010	0	4

All Mercedes-Benz GL years →

Questions

Does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL, the most recent reported on June 2, 2008 (Trailer hitches). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL?: Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints), followed by power train (1).
How many 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 14, 2013.