2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC recalls

19 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

24V207000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcElectrical System recallA 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.ElectricalFree repair116KunitsMar 202423V733000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcVisibility recallDue to a software error, the sunroof may close unexpectedly when the "car wash mode" is activated.Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update8unitsNov 202323V177000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcVisibility recallThe air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.Camera, lights & visibilityFree repair61KunitsMar 202322V732000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcSeats recallDue to a manufacturing error, the locks on the third-row seatbacks may fail in the event of a crash.Seats & beltsFree replacement60KunitsSep 202222V680000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcStructure recallDue to a manufacturing error, the rear door window trim bars may detach.Body & latchesFree repair161KunitsSep 202222V466000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcAir Bags recallThe front air bag wiring harness may be routed incorrectly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy properly.Air bagsFree repair81unitsJul 202222V365000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcCommunication recallPlease refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.ElectricalOver-the-air update243KunitsMay 202222V231000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcElectrical System recallA ground cable bolt for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat may not be secured properly, which can cause the…ElectricalFree repair21KunitsApr 202221V961000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcFuel System, Gasoline recallDuring the manufacturing process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak.Fuel systemFree replacement139unitsDec 202121V818000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcSeats recallThe seats may have been assembled incorrectly.Seats & beltsFree repair27unitsOct 202121V771000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcAir Bags recallThe air bag control unit software may be programmed incorrectly, which can cause the driver's air bag to deploy improperly.Air bagsFree replacement3unitsOct 202121V354000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcBack Over Prevention recallPlease refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.Camera, lights & visibilityOver-the-air update343KunitsMay 202121V288000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcEquipment recallThe air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.EquipmentFree repair6,331unitsApr 202121V071000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcElectronic Stability Control (esc) recallDuring certain evasive driving maneuvers, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software may apply torque to one of the front…Brakes & stabilityFree software update42KunitsFeb 202121V058000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcCommunication recallPlease refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details.ElectricalOver-the-air update1.3MunitsFeb 202120V626000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Electrical System recallThe star logo's electrical ground connection may not be installed properly, potentially affecting the function of other…ElectricalFree repair13KunitsOct 202020V329000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Suspension recallThe sealing of the piston assembly in the front struts and rear shock absorbers may leak and fail prematurely.Steering & suspensionFree replacement38unitsJun 202020V089000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Electrical System recallThe instrument cluster software may deactivate the illumination of certain interior switches (switch bar, overhead control unit…ElectricalFree software update2,101unitsFeb 202019V709000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Structure recallThe rear door window trim may detach.Body & latchesFree repair14KunitsOct 2019