Mercedes-Benz GL450 recalls and problems by year
NHTSA lists 11 recalls and 419 owner complaints for the Mercedes-Benz GL450 (model years 2007–2017). The most reported problem area is air bags (96 complaints), followed by suspension (60 complaints). The 2016 model year has the most recalls (5).
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2015 | 3 | 18 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2014 | 3 | 21 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2013 | 3 | 37 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2012 | 3 | 47 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2011 | 3 | 55 | 4 | 2 | |
| 2010 | 3 | 42 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2009 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2008 | 2 | 55 | 5 | 1 | |
| 2007 | 2 | 115 | 5 | 33 |
By complaints filed, the peak model years are 2007 (115), 2011 (55) and 2008 (55). Among model years at least two years old, the 2017 has the fewest complaints on file (1).
Most reported problem areas
What owners name in their complaints across all Mercedes-Benz GL450 model years. A complaint can name more than one area.
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 96 | 7 of 11 | |
| Suspension | 60 | 10 of 11 | |
| Electrical system | 56 | 9 of 11 | |
| Seats | 52 | 6 of 11 | |
| Engine | 39 | 9 of 11 |
Latest 8 of 11 recalls
| Recall | Date | Problem area | Model years | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V298000 | Apr 26, 2024 | Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum | 2007–2012 | 15,604 |
| 22V315000 | May 9, 2022 | Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum | 2007–2012 | 350,294 |
| 19V787000 | Nov 1, 2019 | Communication | 2013–2016 | 24,226 |
| 18V272000 | Apr 27, 2018 | Suspension: front | 2013–2016 | 9,725 |
| 17V241000 | Apr 11, 2017 | Steering: electric power assist system | 2016–2017 | 58,323 |
| 17V177000 | Mar 14, 2017 | Electrical system: software | 2016–2017 | 51 |
| 17V081000 | Feb 8, 2017 | Suspension: front, control arm, upper arm | 2016 | 37 |
| 16V900000 | Dec 14, 2016 | Power train: axle assembly, axle shaft | 2015 | 48 |
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.
Owners reported a crash in 22 complaints and a fire in 42 complaints; 30 people injured and 0 deaths are recorded in these reports. These are the owners' accounts, not findings of cause.
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.