Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC Problems by Year
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 24 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC, across 6 model years (2020–2026). The 2025 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is forward collision avoidance.
Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No GLS 580 4MATIC model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2025 GLS 580 4MATIC: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2023 GLS 580 4MATIC: 3 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2024 GLS 580 4MATIC: 2 complaints, 0 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 GLS 580 4MATIC problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 GLS 580 4MATIC | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2025 GLS 580 4MATIC | 3 | 0 | — | Latches/locks/linkages | |
| 2024 GLS 580 4MATIC | 2 | 0 | — | Forward Collision Avoidance | |
| 2023 GLS 580 4MATIC | 3 | 4 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2022 GLS 580 4MATIC | 1 | 5 | — | Forward Collision Avoidance | |
| 2020 GLS 580 4MATIC | 2 | 19 | — | Fuel/propulsion System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2025 (3), 2023 (3), 2024 (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 GLS 580 4MATIC?
Forward Collision Avoidance, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC have?
24 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.