2019 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450
2 recalls, 23 complaints
24V207000 Mar 15, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 GLE 350, 2020-2024 GLE 450, 2020-2023 GLS 580, GLE 580, 2019-2023 GLS 450, 2021-2023 Maybach GLS 600, AMG GLS 63, 2021-2024 AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 53 Coupe, and AMG GLE 63 S vehicles. A 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may... Read more
Consequence
An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the 48-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024040002.
22V365000 May 20, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model de... Read more
Consequence
A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Ow... Read more
Complaint Statistics
23 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 |
| ENGINE | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| TIRES | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| SEATS | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 22, 2026
Incident date: May 21, 2026
EVAP warning light sporadically displays and the odor of fuel emits from vehicle - both inside and outside. Occured approximately seven times since purchase. Driver door is not operational, sporadically. Will not respond to key fob, windows will not roll down or up, cannot lock or unlock, and disp... Read more
ENGINE
May 22, 2026
Incident date: Mar 16, 2026
I am reporting a serious safety defect in my 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS450. My vehicle experienced low oil pressure warnings and engine warning lights, which were diagnosed as a faulty oil pump solenoid valve. The repair required removing major engine components, resulting in a cost of $5,000 that I pai... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Feb 16, 2026
The attached photos show several instances where the car’s safety systems failed. These cases have been erratic, and begin and end frequently. The car is under warranty, but my dealer cannot discern what causes the problems.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 14, 2025
Incident date: Nov 14, 2024
See attached document for complaint.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
Jun 10, 2025
Incident date: Jun 10, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the brake pedal failed to function properly, and the contact had to depress the brake pedal with added f... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 6, 2024
Incident date: Nov 8, 2024
My ABS master unit/Traction Control unit has been replaced once. Now it needs replacing again. The currently installed ABS/Traction Control unit is available for inspection. The problem has been confirmed by a dealer service center. They are the ones that replaced the first unit. The vehicle/compo... Read more
SEATS
Oct 8, 2024
Incident date: May 15, 2024
Concern: I See the error message on my screen like restraint system fault require service. when I contacted Tesla for Sevice Repair I got an estimate which includes following fixes for a charge of 1,804.02. They are not covering for this saying the car is out of warranty. Seems like Tesla is aware o... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 26, 2024
Incident date: Sep 12, 2024
Driver side door handle won't open but other doors do
ENGINE
Sep 9, 2024
Incident date: Sep 9, 2024
Our vehicle’s exhaust camshaft actuator failed without warning and costed +$3K. The vehicle was only 6 months outside its warranty and less than 60K miles. TSB for our VIN was issued for Camshaft solenoids and the technician stated it could have prevented the actuator failure. The service tech ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 28, 2024
Incident date: Jun 14, 2024
Purchased car new, Dec 2021. Drive infrequently because my work under 5 miles away and I go into the office x2/week. Car has approx 14500 on it. Last week the car would not start. Smelled like gasoline. Called Chevy and they towed it under the bumper to bumper warranty to nearest Chevy dealersh... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 22, 2023
Incident date: Nov 3, 2023
The contact owns a 2013 Kia Optima. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and was jerking. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was restarted, and th... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dec 22, 2023
Incident date: Nov 3, 2023
The contact owns a 2013 Kia Optima. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and was jerking. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was restarted, and th... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 11, 2023
Incident date: Oct 4, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the low oil pressure warning light was illuminated. The contact’s wife then drove back to the residence, and the contact added oil to the vehicle. The vehicle was then towed to the... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 11, 2023
Incident date: Oct 4, 2023
After driving for approximately 10 min from cold start, attempted to pass another car at WOT (wide open throttle) at approx 40-50 mph. The car began to accelerate normally, then abruptly stopped accelerating while the engine revved up to the rev limiter and bounced off it for 3-4 seconds. It seemed ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 23, 2023
Incident date: Mar 4, 2023
The vehicle Driver Side window intermittently does not function.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 23, 2023
Incident date: Mar 4, 2023
While driving my vehicle the engine became unable to shift gears or speed up. The check engine light came up and shortly after the EPC light appeared. After coming to a stop, the vehicle died and was unable to turn on. After returning it to the dealer - they informed me it was due to a recall on t... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 23, 2023
Incident date: Mar 4, 2023
While driving my vehicle the engine became unable to shift gears or speed up. The check engine light came up and shortly after the EPC light appeared. After coming to a stop, the vehicle died and was unable to turn on. After returning it to the dealer - they informed me it was due to a recall on t... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
Dec 13, 2022
Incident date: Aug 8, 2022
Update Communication Module SIM Card Software - MBUSA ID: [XXX], NHTSA Recall ID: 22V365. I received the recall letter from MBUSA in July 2022. I took my car to a local dealership on 8 Aug 22 and they told me after approximately two hours they couldn't update/do OTA. They told me I would need to ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 13, 2022
Incident date: Aug 8, 2022
Update Communication Module SIM Card Software - MBUSA ID: [XXX], NHTSA Recall ID: 22V365. I received the recall letter from MBUSA in July 2022. I took my car to a local dealership on 8 Aug 22 and they told me after approximately two hours they couldn't update/do OTA. They told me I would need to ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 18, 2022
Incident date: Mar 4, 2022
The contact's client owns a 2019 Mercedes Ben GLS450. The contact stated that while the owner was driving at an undetermined speed, the vehicle began to smoke and caught fire. There were no warning indicator lights illuminated. There were no injuries or air bag deployment. A police report was file... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 10, 2022
Incident date: Oct 1, 2022
factory equiped jack lift failed, bearing and ring ejected and vehicle fall on the ground, contacted manufactory, and Mercedes indicated they probably can replace a new jack but no more action they will take, the vehicle has a gross weight about 6400lbs, and with air suspension, the vehicle will nee... Read more
TIRES
Apr 19, 2022
Incident date: Apr 19, 2022
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 equipped with Pirelli Tires, Tire Line: Scorpion Verde, Tire Size: 275/50/R20, DOT Number: UNFJN542. The contact stated that the driver's side front and rear tires were leaking air from the inner sidewall. The driver's side front and rear tires were repla... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 27, 2019
Incident date: Jan 30, 2019
BACKUP SAFETY ALERT SYSTEM DESIGN IS INADEQUATE. EXTERIOR SENSORS ARE INSENSITIVE OR ERRATIC, WARNING BUZZER IS FAINT-TO-INAUDIBLE, ESPECIALLY IF THERE IS OTHER AMBIENT NOISE SUCH AS RADIO PLAYING, AND WARNING BUZZER SOUND LEVEL IS NOT ADJUSTABLE. WARNING LIGHTS THAT ARE COUPLED TO THE AUDIBLE ALER... Read more
MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 across all model years (2018, 2023).
40
Total Recalls
170
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
9
Reported Crashes
8
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths