5
recalls
The Mercedes-Benz GL has 5 recalls covering 71,490 vehicles as reported; model year 2008 is covered by the most (3).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
5
Most for 2008: 3
Units affected
71K
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Mercedes-Benz GL by component
- Engine and engine cooling1 · 9,004 units
- Fuel system, diesel1 · 6,872 units
- Fuel system, other1 · 2,297 units
- Steering1 · 577 units
- Trailer hitches1 · 53K units
Mercedes-Benz GL recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2011 | Mercedes Benz E, GL, ML, R and 1 more (2011-2012): Fuel system, dieselNo. 11V496000 | Crash risk | 6,872 |
| Oct 29, 2010 | Mercedes Benz E, GL, M, R (2011): Fuel system, otherNo. 10V540000 | Crash risk | 2,297 |
| Dec 19, 2008 | Mercedes Benz GL, M Class, R (2008): SteeringNo. 08V682000 | Other or not stated | 577 |
| Jun 2, 2008 | Mercedes Benz GL, ML (2006-2008): Trailer hitchesNo. 08V242000 | Crash risk | 52,740 |
| Jan 9, 2008 | Mercedes Benz E, GL, ML, R and 2 more (2006-2008): Engine and engine coolingNo. 08V006000 | Crash risk | 9,004 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz GL have?
5 recalls cover the Mercedes-Benz GL, for 71,490 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is engine and engine cooling (1 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Mercedes-Benz GL?
Fuel system, gasoline: named in 2 of the 12 safety complaints about the Mercedes-Benz GL, then steering (2). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.