Mercedes-Benz GL350 Problems by Year
Mercedes-Benz GL350 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GL350 year: 2010, 2011, 2012. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2011 GL350: 23 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2012 GL350: 22 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2010 GL350: 16 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2009 GL350: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2017 GL350: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 2016 GL350: 4 complaints, 4 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 GL350 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 28 | 3 | 1 |
| Engine | 19 | 6 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Power Train | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz GL350 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 GL350 | 1 | 2 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2016 GL350 | 4 | 4 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2015 GL350 | 7 | 3 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2014 GL350 | 6 | 3 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2013 GL350 | 7 | 3 | — | Engine | |
| 2012 GL350 | 22 | 3 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2011 GL350 | 23 | 3 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2010 GL350 | 16 | 2 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2009 GL350 | 1 | 1 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz GL350 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2010 (16), 2011 (23), 2012 (22) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GL350 year. 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 GL350?
Air Bags, with 28 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz GL350 have?
10 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.