Does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC, the most recent reported on May 30, 2025 (Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices, interior). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC?

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (2 complaints), followed by service brakes (2).

How many 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC recalls and problems

1 recall and 7 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC.

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.

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC recalls

Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices, interior

NHTSA campaign 25V325000 · reported May 30, 2025 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 26 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 GLE 350 4MATIC, 2025 GLE 450e 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC Coupe, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC Coupe, AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC Coupe, and AMG GLS 63 4MATIC vehicles. The multi-purpose camera and the rearview mirror may be insufficiently attached to the windshield and may detach.
The risk: A detached mirror can reduce visibility for the driver. A detached camera can cause a loss of certain driving assistance systems, such as Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Brake Assist. Either of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the windshield and reinstall the multi-purpose camera and rearview mirror, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025060001.

Most reported problems

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

Electrical system2
Service brakes2
Engine1
Engine and engine cooling1
Forward collision avoidance1
Lane departure1
Seat belts1
Steering1
Structure1
Suspension1

What owners report

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

Jun 29, 2026 · Seat belts
We recently noticed visible damage to one of the seatbelts in our 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS450. The affected component is the seatbelt webbing. The belt has visible fraying and pulled/cut fibers along the edge in two separate spots near the area where the belt retracts. The vehicle is very new, and the damage appears…

May 26, 2026 · Service brakes
Brake pads completely worn after 11K miles - this seems like premature wear and like there is a potential issue with the braking system on the GLS450.

Mar 9, 2026 · Steering · crash reported
Accident report: Local ID […] Agency: ISPLowell 13 Date […] Time approx […] Milepost […] on […] Auto: 2025 Mercedes GLS 450 fully loaded Single car accident See attached pictures for damage State Farm insurance - claim filed (claim # […]) Claim filed with Mercedes Benz on 3/9/2026 to access info from event data…

Mar 3, 2026 · Electrical system · 5,265 miles
The contact owns a 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 4Matic. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a safety feature with a white speed limit sign started flashing on the instrument cluster. The contact stated the flashing was a constant issue. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer several times. The…

Dec 8, 2025 · Service brakes
I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding a serious malfunction of the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system. This malfunction caused my vehicle to unexpectedly perform an emergency stop without a valid cause, resulting in significant damage to its suspension system. Incident Details: •Date of Incident…

GLS 450 4MATIC model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2022	10	16	2	1
2023	5	7	0	0
2024	0	15	4	0
2025	1	7	1	0
2026	2	2	0	0

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Questions

Does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC, the most recent reported on May 30, 2025 (Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices, interior). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC?: Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (2 complaints), followed by service brakes (2).
How many 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 7 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 June 29, 2026.