Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Mercedes-Benz GL-Class — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Good | 5 | 7 | — | — | — | Unknown Or Other | Full report → |
| 2015 | Caution | 3 | 24 | 2 | 1 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2014 | Good | 2 | 20 | — | 1 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2013 | Avoid | 3 | 46 | 1 | 5 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2012 | Caution | 1 | 44 | 2 | 3 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2011 | Caution | 1 | 47 | 2 | 1 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2010 | Caution | 1 | 34 | — | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2009Best | Good | 1 | 13 | 2 | 2 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2008 | Caution | — | 47 | 1 | 1 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2007Worst | Avoid | — | 70 | 1 | 10 | — | Seats | Full report → |
10 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Problems
Based on 352 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Reliability
What year GL-Class has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 70 complaints and 0 safety recalls. See the full 2007 report for specific defects.
Is the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class reliable?
The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class has accumulated 352 owner-filed complaints and 17 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2009 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used GL-Class.
What are the most common GL-Class problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Air Bags (69 reports), Engine (33 reports), Seats (31 reports), Suspension (29 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my GL-Class has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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