2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GLS 450 4MATIC years
- Not enough data 3rd of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC. That ranks 3rd out of 5 GLS 450 4MATIC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 29%), typically at around 5,265 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 29% | 5,265 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 29% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 14% | 14,050 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 14% | 14,050 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 14% | 10,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 14% | 10,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:interior
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 GLE 350 4MATIC, 2025 GLE 450e 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC Coupe, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC Coupe, AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC Coupe, and AMG GLS 63 4MATIC vehicles. The multi-purpose camera and the rearview mirror may be insufficiently attached to the windshield and may detach.
Risk: A detached mirror can reduce visibility for the driver. A detached camera can cause a loss of certain driving assistance systems, such as Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Brake Assist. Either of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the windshield and reinstall the multi-purpose camera and rearview mirror, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025060001.
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.
We recently noticed visible damage to one of the seatbelts in our 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS450. The affected component is the seatbelt webbing. The belt has visible fraying and pulled/cut fibers along the edge in two separate spots near the area where the belt retracts. The vehicle is very new, and…
Brake pads completely worn after 11K miles - this seems like premature wear and like there is a potential issue with the braking system on the GLS450.
Accident report: Local ID [XXX] Agency: ISPLowell 13 Date [XXX] Time approx [XXX] Milepost [XXX] on [XXX] Auto: 2025 Mercedes GLS 450 fully loaded Single car accident See attached pictures for damage State Farm insurance - claim filed (claim # [XXX]) Claim filed with Mercedes Benz on 3/9/2026 to…
The contact owns a 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 4Matic. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a safety feature with a white speed limit sign started flashing on the instrument cluster. The contact stated the flashing was a constant issue. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer…
I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding a serious malfunction of the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system. This malfunction caused my vehicle to unexpectedly perform an emergency stop without a valid cause, resulting in significant damage to its suspension system. Incident Details…
Other Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC years
← 2024 GLS 450 4MATIC · 2026 GLS 450 4MATIC →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 GLS 450 4MATIC | 2 | 2 |
| 2025 | 7 | 1 |
| 2024 GLS 450 4MATIC | 15 | 0 |
| 2023 GLS 450 4MATIC | 7 | 5 |
| 2022 GLS 450 4MATIC | 16 | 10 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC?
Owners most often report electrical system, service brakes, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2025 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 2025 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.