Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 2, 2026 · 8 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 19 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63, across 7 model years (2017–2026). The 2021 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.

Peak: 2018, with 2 complaints
2017: 1201712018: 2201822019: 2201922020: 0202002021: 2202122022: 0202202026: 120261

n = 8 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No AMG GLS63 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2021 AMG GLS63: 2 complaints, 10 recalls
  2. 2019 AMG GLS63: 2 complaints, 2 recalls
  3. 2018 AMG GLS63: 2 complaints, 3 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Suspension210
Electrical System110
Engine110
Forward Collision Avoidance110
Power Train110
Seats110
Service Brakes110
Steering110

All Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2026 AMG GLS6310—Engine
2022 AMG GLS6304——
2021 AMG GLS63210—Electrical System
2020 AMG GLS6302——
2019 AMG GLS6322—Suspension
2018 AMG GLS6323—Service Brakes
2017 AMG GLS6317—Seats

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2021 (2), 2019 (2), 2018 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63?

Suspension, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 have?

19 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.