2009 MERCEDES-BENZ GL550
3 recalls, 7 complaints - 54 TSBs
24V298000 Apr 26, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML, GL, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brak... Read more
Consequence
Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2024. ... Read more
22V315000 May 9, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake perform... Read more
Consequence
Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. O... Read more
16V081000 Feb 11, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 ML320 BlueTec 4Matic, GL320 BlueTec 4Matic and R320 CDI 4Matic, 2011 E350 Cabriolet and E550 Cabriolet, 2009-2011 ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML550 4Matic, ML63 AMG, and C63 AMG, 2010-2011 ML450 4Matic Hybrid, E350 Coupe, E350 4Mati... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
MBUSA will their notify owners, and Fiat Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler owners. Dealers for the respective brands will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Mercedes-Benz owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-637... Read more
Complaint Statistics
7 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 3 |
| TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Sep 9, 2024
Incident date: Aug 10, 2023
The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, the rear tires locked up and the vehicle came to a complete stop. The ABS and another unknown warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was inoperable. The vehicle was towed to a tire shop, but the vehicle was... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 9, 2024
Incident date: Aug 10, 2023
Break Switch Malfunctions that leaves the car unable to start.
ENGINE
Sep 18, 2018
Incident date: Sep 14, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MERCEDES-BENZ GL550. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF DAYTONA BEACH (1188 N TOMOKA FARMS RD, DAYTONA BEACH, FL) FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING, BUT THE RESULTS WERE NOT DISCL... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 19, 2018
Incident date: Oct 2, 2017
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MERCEDES-BENZ GL550. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V081000 (AIR BAGS) IN MID OCTOBER OF 2017 AND WAS WAITING PATIENTLY FOR THE PART. THE DEALER (MERCEDES-BENZ OF PEMBROKE PINES, 14199 PINES BLVD, PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33027, (95... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 10, 2016
Incident date: Dec 10, 2016
IT'S TAKING TOO LONG TO GET THESE AIRBAGS REPLACED! NEWS REPORTS CONTINUE TO REPORT ON INJURIES AND HOW IMPORTANT IT IS TO GET FIXED AND TAKATA IS NOT ABLE TO MEET THE DEMAND WHILE THEY CONTINUE TO PRODUCE NEW AIR BAGS FOR NEW CARS? WHERE IS NHTSA PRIORITIES HERE? I HAVE 4 CARS THAT ALL NEED REPL... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 12, 2016
Incident date: Oct 12, 2016
TAKATA RECALL. DUE TO THE TAKATA RECALL, THE VALUE OF MY CAR HAS DIMINISHED BY APPROXIMATELY $5-6K, RESULTING IN ME BEING UPSIDE DOWN ON MY LOAN. I AM NOW STUCK DRIVING MY FAMILY IN AN UNSAFE VEHICLE THAT I CANNOT SELL WITHOUT A SIGNIFICANT LOSS.
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Oct 16, 2015
Incident date: Oct 13, 2015
I PURCHASED TIRES IN JANUARY 2015 , IN OCTOBER 2015, MY SIGNALL DISPLAYED CHECK TIRE PRESSURE. I HAD THE TIRE INSPECTED AN ROTATED AT PLACE OF PURCHASE. WITHIN WEEKS MY TIRE WAS COMPLETELY FLAT. I STOPPED AT THE NEAREST STATION AND WAS TOLD I HAD A CRACK IN THE INNER SIDE WALL. ON 10/15/2015 I RET... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2009 MERCEDES-BENZ GL550
54 manufacturer communications from 39 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 5 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 3 |
| 220000 SEATS | 3 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 3 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3 |
| 021230 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | 2 |
| 137000 VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER | 2 |
NCU-2023060005
Dec 11, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mercedes-Benz AG ("MBAG"), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (??A?A?MY??A?A?) 2009-2012 GL-Class, ML-Class, R-Class, and S-Class (164/166, 251, 221 platforms) vehicles, the coding for the
NCU-2023060005
Dec 11, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mercedes-Benz AG ("MBAG"), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (??A?A?MY??A?A?) 2009-2012 GL-Class, ML-Class, R-Class, and S-Class (164/166, 251, 221 platforms) vehicles, the coding for the
LI91.18-P-077075
Dec 4, 2023
220000 SEATS
Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat bel
NCU - HVAC Warra
May 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleged mold and mildew type
LI82.20-P-070189
Jan 14, 2020
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
Retrofitted front door exit lamps with logo projection flicker
LI82.20-P-070189
Jan 14, 2020
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Retrofitted front door exit lamps with logo projection flicker
LI8330P0496447
Nov 15, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
No cooling output, fault code 9006 stored in air conditioning control unit.
LI0702P0547173
Nov 14, 2016
061400 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Ticking or pulsing noise from high-pressure pump and/or fuel injectors.
LI82.10-P-064172
May 31, 2016
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Headlamp lights up sporadically
TakataRecall
Feb 26, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Additional information around the recent recall announcement affecting approximately 705,983 Mercedes-Benz passenger vehicles involving Takata driver-side airbags containing PSDl-5 type inflators
RecallUpdate
Feb 11, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Recall Campaign announcement for Takata driver airbags.
LI91.22-P-059988
Oct 14, 2014
221600 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
2nd seat row Power Easy Entry function impairment of backrest folding
LI91.22-P-059388
Jul 12, 2014
220000 SEATS
Electric motor for the folding rear backrest of the 3rd seat row is inoperative or makes noises during adjustment
LI91.12-P-059378
Jul 9, 2014
220000 SEATS
The release loop of the Easy Entry seat in the 2nd seat row is awkward to operate as it is difficult to access
LI30.30-P-055823
Feb 11, 2014
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
Collision Prevention Assist (CPA) may warn for no obvious reason (optical and/or acoustic warning message).
LI30.30-P-055823
Feb 11, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Collision Prevention Assist (CPA) may warn for no obvious reason (optical and/or acoustic warning message).
C1A140101
Feb 11, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Customer 1 Action has been initiated because certain mbrace subscribers were recently contacted by mbrace informing them that they need to have an i-button call performed to ensure their mbrace device has registered with the Verizon
C1A140101
Feb 7, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
GI88.40-P-057430
Feb 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Message in instrument cluster "DISTRONIC PLUSCurrently Unavailable - See Owner's Manual"
S-SC- 2013090008
Feb 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Campaign has been initiated because Daimler AG (DAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that the mbrace software does not correspond to current production configuration. An authorized Mercedes-Benz deal
LI8270P055572
Aug 5, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely.
LI27.20-P-055758
Jul 30, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
FC 2783 (Friction power of torque converter lockup clutch is too high) or FC 0741 (Actuation of torque converter lockup clutch not possible) stored in transmission control unit. One possible additional customer complaint could be "poor acce
LI82.95-P-056655
Jul 12, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.
LI82.85-P-055695
Jul 8, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The COMAND unit does not start or the COMAND display remains dark. The COMAND unit cannot be operated. Note: The problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after interrupting the power supply (circuit 30).
LI-33-25
Apr 9, 2013
021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
MERCEDES-BENZ: AT THE FRONT WHEEL BEARING THERE IS A LOUD KNOCK SOUND WHEN GOING AROUND A CORNER AT SLOW SPEEDS. THERE IS AN INSUFFICIENT FIT AT THE BEARINGS. *RM UPDATED 10/14/11. *PE UPDATED 6/19/13. *PE
LI-91-40-P050718
Apr 5, 2012
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
XENTRY(MERCEDES): BULLETIN PROVIDED REGARDING CONTROL UNIT DETECTING AN UNDERVOLTAGE AFTER BUCKLING UP (BELT SLACK ELIMINATION) DURING SEAT BELT ADJUSTMENT SEQUENCE. *PE UPDATED 5/23/12. *JS
LI-05-20-P
May 31, 2011
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON WITH MULTIPLE POSSIBLE TROUBLE CODES STORED. THERE COULD BE A PROBLEM WITH THE CAMSHAFT AND/OR SCORING OF A PISTON. *RM
SCB-2010110005
May 1, 2011
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
MERCEDES BENZ: THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM RELATING TO THE TANK HEATER LINES. *RM
LI-27-60-P049270
Apr 4, 2011
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE AUTO-TRANSMISSION SWITCHES TO LIMP HOME MODE OR HAS NO POWER. THERE ARE MULTIPLE POSSIBLE FAULT CODES. A PISTON MAY BE DAMAGED. *RM
LI-47-50
Mar 9, 2011
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE FUEL LEVEL INDICATOR IS WRONG.
LI-47-50
Mar 9, 2011
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE FUEL LEVEL INDICATOR IS WRONG.
LI-68-50
Dec 10, 2010
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE LOAD COMPARTMENT ROLLER BLIND HAS CATCH BOLTS LOOSE OR BROKEN FROM IMPROPER FORCE WHEN USING. *RM
LI-07-08
Dec 8, 2010
116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE STARTER CLICKS BUT DOES NOT CRANK WHEN TRYING TO START. A VOLTAGE DIP IS CAUSING THE IGNITION PROCEDURE TO FAIL. *RM
LI-07-08
Dec 8, 2010
113000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE STARTER CLICKS BUT DOES NOT CRANK WHEN TRYING TO START. A VOLTAGE DIP IS CAUSING THE IGNITION PROCEDURE TO FAIL. *RM
LI-07-08
Dec 8, 2010
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE STARTER CLICKS BUT DOES NOT CRANK WHEN TRYING TO START. A VOLTAGE DIP IS CAUSING THE IGNITION PROCEDURE TO FAIL. *RM
SB-20101100005
Dec 1, 2010
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
MERCEDES-BENZ: SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR HEATER LINES. *RM
SB-32-25-82
Nov 19, 2010
022400 SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM
SB-32-25-82
Nov 19, 2010
022130 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM
SB-32-25-82
Nov 19, 2010
021300 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM
SB-32-25-82
Nov 19, 2010
021230 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM
SB-91-60-193
Jun 11, 2010
140000 AIR BAGS
MERCEDES: AIRBAG DURABILITY AND RELIABILITY. AIR BAG SRS CONTROL MODULE (N2/2) DOES NOT HAVE A SET SHELF LIFE AND WILL NORMALLY BE RELIABLE FOR THE LIFE OF A VEHICLE. WITH 164, 216 221, 251 AND NEWER, THE AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT CAN BE RESET
P-049567
Jun 7, 2010
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
MERCEDES: BATTERY SYMBOL AND SERVICE REQUIRED (IN WHITE). FAULT MESSAGE IS DISPLAYED IF THE CHARGE LEVEL IS TOO LOW OR THE PARK PAWL ADDITIONAL BATTERY IS DEFECTIVE. IN ADDITION FAULT CODE FC 9061 AND/OR FC 9062 IS STORED IN THE FRONT SA
P-049567
Jun 7, 2010
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
MERCEDES: BATTERY SYMBOL AND SERVICE REQUIRED (IN WHITE). FAULT MESSAGE IS DISPLAYED IF THE CHARGE LEVEL IS TOO LOW OR THE PARK PAWL ADDITIONAL BATTERY IS DEFECTIVE. IN ADDITION FAULT CODE FC 9061 AND/OR FC 9062 IS STORED IN THE FRONT SA
SB-91-40-192
Mar 16, 2010
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
MERCEDES: REPLACING THE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR. WHEN REPLACING THE LEFT FRONT REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR (A76) OR THE RIGHT FRONT REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR (A76/1), RETURN THE DAMAGED PART TO THE QEC
LI82-30-P-045348
Feb 5, 2010
137000 VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
MERCEDES (XENTRY): REAR WINDOW WIPER FAILS TO FUNCTION OR STOPS INTERMITTENTLY. LOW VOLTAGE CUTOFF RELAY IN THE REAR FUSE AND RELAY BLOCK (REAR (SRB). ONLY PART NUMBER A164 540 02 72 CAUSES THIS CONDITION. CHECK PART NUMBER OF REAR SRB,
LI-58-40
Dec 16, 2009
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
XENTRY (MERCEDES): ENGINE WARNING LAMP IS CURRENTLY ON OR WAS ON AND A DELAY FAULT OF THE CAMSHAFT ADJUST TO CURRENT OR STORED IN THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT. MODELS 171, 203, 209, 211, 219, 221, 216, 230, 164, 251, AND 403. NO MODEL YEARS LI
LI-58-40
Dec 16, 2009
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
XENTRY (MERCEDES): ENGINE WARNING LAMP IS CURRENTLY ON OR WAS ON AND A DELAY FAULT OF THE CAMSHAFT ADJUST TO CURRENT OR STORED IN THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT. MODELS 171, 203, 209, 211, 219, 221, 216, 230, 164, 251, AND 403. NO MODEL YEARS LI
SB-2009070002
Oct 1, 2009
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
MERCEDES: IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES AN INCREASED NO LOAD CURRENT MAY OCCUR FROM REPEATED OPENING AND CLOSING OF THE LIFT GATE, USING THE KEY REMOTE, OR THE LIFT GATE LOCK SWITCH OVERSHOOTS THE SWITCHING RANGE. T
TB-P-047927
Sep 17, 2009
021231 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION:LINES AND FITTINGS
MERCEDES: FOLLOWING FAULT CODES ARE ENTERED IN THE CONTROL UNIT AND DISPLAYED-FC5320 DRAIN VALVE:OPEN CIRCUIT OR INSUFFICIENT VALVE CURRENT IN MODELS SERIES 211, 219; FC5260 DRAIN VALVE OPEN CIRCUIT OR INSUFFICIENT VALVE CURRENT IN MODEL 2
TB-P-047927
Sep 17, 2009
021230 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
MERCEDES: FOLLOWING FAULT CODES ARE ENTERED IN THE CONTROL UNIT AND DISPLAYED-FC5320 DRAIN VALVE:OPEN CIRCUIT OR INSUFFICIENT VALVE CURRENT IN MODELS SERIES 211, 219; FC5260 DRAIN VALVE OPEN CIRCUIT OR INSUFFICIENT VALVE CURRENT IN MODEL 2
SB-82-30-366E
Jun 4, 2009
137000 VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
MERCEDES BENZ: ADJUSTING WIPER ARMS. IF YOU RECEIVE REPORTS ON CERTAIN VEHICLES OF WIPERS CHATTERING/NOISY, PROCEED AS FOLLOWS: INSPECT WIPER BLADES/INSERTS FOR WEAR AND REPLACE; THOROUGHLY CLEAN WINDSHIELD; VERIFY USE OF CORRECT WASHER F
SB-82-30-366E
Jun 4, 2009
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
MERCEDES BENZ: ADJUSTING WIPER ARMS. IF YOU RECEIVE REPORTS ON CERTAIN VEHICLES OF WIPERS CHATTERING/NOISY, PROCEED AS FOLLOWS: INSPECT WIPER BLADES/INSERTS FOR WEAR AND REPLACE; THOROUGHLY CLEAN WINDSHIELD; VERIFY USE OF CORRECT WASHER F
TSB-2009020004
Mar 1, 2009
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
MERCEDES: IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT THE TELE AID MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY AS A RESULT OF A HARDWARE FAULT IN THE TELE AID CONTROL MODULE. IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS AN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MESSAGE OF NO SERVICE AND TELE AID INOPERABLE WILL
TSB-2009020004
Mar 1, 2009
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
MERCEDES: IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT THE TELE AID MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY AS A RESULT OF A HARDWARE FAULT IN THE TELE AID CONTROL MODULE. IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS AN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MESSAGE OF NO SERVICE AND TELE AID INOPERABLE WILL
MERCEDES-BENZ GL550 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ GL550 across all model years (2008, 2017).
29
Total Recalls
93
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
5
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths