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Is the Mercedes-Benz GLS Reliable?

2017–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints. Updated daily from federal safety databases.

99/ 100Excellent
0
Total Recalls
13
Owner Complaints
0
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths

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Mercedes-Benz GLS Reliability by Year

Model YearRecallsComplaintsReliability ScoreRating
202600
100
Excellent
202500
100
Excellent
2024013
87
Excellent
202300
100
Excellent
202200
100
Excellent
202100
100
Excellent
202000
100
Excellent
201900
100
Excellent
201800
100
Excellent
201700
100
Excellent

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the GLS Compares to Similar Vehicles

Mercedes-Benz GLS99/100
Luxury Category Average70/100

The GLS scores 29 points above the average luxury — a strong result.

Known Mercedes-Benz GLS Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2
POWER TRAIN,WHEELS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1
VISIBILITY/WIPER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
1
WHEELS
1

Based on 13 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-Benz GLS reliable?+

The Mercedes-Benz GLS scores 99/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 0 recall campaigns and 13 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year GLS is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2026 GLS achieved the highest reliability score of 100/100 with 0 recalls and 0 complaints.

How many miles does a GLS last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Mercedes-Benz GLS owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used GLS will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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