2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 26, 2026 · 15 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other GLS 450 4MATIC years
Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC. That ranks 2nd out of 5 GLS 450 4MATIC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (6 complaints, 40%). Complaints mention 4 crashes, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Unknown or Other6
Electrical System3
Forward Collision Avoidance3
Wheels2
Engine1
Lane Departure1
Power Train1
Seats1
Structure1
Tires1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Unknown or Other640%———
Electrical System320%———
Forward Collision Avoidance320%———
Wheels213%———
Engine17%———
Lane Departure17%———
Power Train17%———
Seats17%———
Structure17%———
Tires17%———
Visibility/wiper17%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2026, with 8 complaints
2024: 3202432025: 4202542026: 820268

n = 15 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

While driving at 60 mph on the highway around 7pm, with no cars infront or next to us, vehicle top glass exploded. No construction. As per other complaints, this has happen to other people. My kidds were in the car and thankfully screen was open otherwise all glass would fall on thdm. As per dealer…

Unknown or Other · received Aug 26, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11759672

While traveling at highway speeds, the digital instrument cluster suffered a sudden, complete power loss and went entirely black for approximately 5 seconds before rebooting. Component failed: Digital instrument cluster / dashboard display. It is available for inspection. Safety risk: Complete loss…

Electrical System · received Jul 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11748661

[XXX] girl went in back passenger door (rear facing car seat present), crouched under seat area to climb to middle seat when [XXX] brother push button and seat moved forward without stopping crushing [XXX] old head between back of seat and back of Car seat. There was no safety stop, was stuck…

Seats · received Jun 9, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11743087

I am submitting a complaint regarding the air conditioning system in my vehicle. The vehicle has a refrigerant (Freon) leak that causes the air conditioning system to stop cooling properly. In addition, there is a loud abnormal noise coming from the AC system while operating. The issue has…

Unknown or Other · received May 10, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11736838

The panoramic sunroof spontaneously shattered. I was driving on highway under open sky and the sun roof just imploded and all the glass came shattering inside all over. There were no extreme weather or any construction or chances of any debris from anything around. No impact object could be…

Unknown or Other · received Apr 24, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11733613

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC?

Owners most often report unknown or other, electrical system, forward collision avoidance problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 6 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GLS 450 4MATIC model years, the 2024 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.