Mercedes-Benz GLS450 recalls

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

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

Latest 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 202424V118000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcPower Train recallThe transmission may not fully downshift in certain conditions, causing the engine to stall.Engine & powertrainFree software update105KunitsFeb 202423V445000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcFuel System, Gasoline recallPlease refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details.Fuel systemFree replacement144KunitsJun 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 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 202221V832000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcVisibility recallThe rear window may be insufficiently bonded to the tailgate, which could allow the rear glass to detach.Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement23unitsOct 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 202121V072000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcCommunication recallOn June 18, 2021, an additional 9 vehicles were added, including certain 2021 GLA250, GLC300, 2018 S450, E400, and 2017 CLA250…ElectricalFree repair67unitsFeb 202121V058000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcCommunication recallPlease refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details.ElectricalOver-the-air update1.3MunitsFeb 202120V089000 · 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 202019V787000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Communication recallFor a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf.ElectricalOver-the-air update24KunitsNov 201919V709000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Structure recallThe rear door window trim may detach.Body & latchesFree repair14KunitsOct 201918V272000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Suspension recallIn certain driving conditions, if the oil level in the ACS reservoir is below the minimum level, the oil may foam and leak out of…Steering & suspensionFree replacement9,725unitsApr 201817V816000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Latches/locks/linkages recallThe rear passenger door on the driver side may indicate that it is locked, when it may not be.Body & latchesFree repair8,700unitsDec 201717V655000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles may have excess bulkhead insulation extending into the lower windshield area, possibly affecting the windshield…Air bagsFree repair3,620unitsOct 201717V077000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Latches/locks/linkages recallIn certain types of crash events, the center console may unlatch, allowing the objects within to fly around the cabin.Body & latchesFree repair5,882unitsFeb 201717V079000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallThe windshield bonding may be insufficient and, as a result, the windshield may separate from the vehicle in a crash.Air bagsFree replacement4unitsFeb 2017