2007 Mercedes Benz GL320 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GL320 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Mercedes Benz GL320. That ranks 3rd out of 5 GL320 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 120,727 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire, 2 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Mercedes Benz GL320 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 | 40% | 120,727 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 20% | 29,100 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 20% | 29,100 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 20% | 104,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 20% | 184,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 20% | 14 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Mercedes Benz GL320 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuumDo not drive
Problem: 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 brake failure.
Risk: Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MMUSA's number for this recall is 2024050001/2. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-315.
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuumDo not drive
Problem: 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 performance or brake failure.
Risk: Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2022050014, 2022050015 2022090006, & 2022090007.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I was driving on i10 west near mobile, al at night. I heard a loud pop near the rear of the vehicle and feel it lift into the air and start bouncing uncontrollably. The seatbelt engaged and i was worried for my 10 month old in the backseat. I had to come to a complete stop to regain control. A…
The seat warmer was turned on and the seat caught fire. Smoke filled the cabin of the car. The result was a hole in the seat of the car. *tr
My gl 320 ? 2007 lost all electrical power and the engine stalled while being driven. The power comes back on in 10 to 20 seconds and the car can be restarted. This happened 3 times during the first 10 days of oct 2009 when the mileage was just under 30,000. Note the power steering and brake assist…
Dramatic explosive failure of the right adaptive suspension strut airbag while vehicle was standing in the driveway with the engine on. The vehicle was towed to a dealership service department where the strut was replaced and the failed part was returned to mbusa for inspection. I have high quality…
On the 2007-2008 mercedes gl the driver and passenger side ac vent closest to the side windows allows air to be directed the vent on the door (which should be used for defrost only); this then fogs up the side windows, making it impossible to see the side mirrors whenever the ac is on. This is…
Other Mercedes Benz GL320 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 GL320 | 1 | 1 |
| 2009 GL320 | 6 | 3 |
| 2008 GL320 | 20 | 2 |
| 2007 | 5 | 2 |
| 2006 GL320 | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercedes Benz GL320?
Owners most often report suspension, electrical system, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Mercedes Benz GL320?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 Mercedes Benz GL320 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GL320 model years, the 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.