Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 47 owner complaints and 13 recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC (2022–2026). The 2022 GLS 450 4MATIC has the most serious complaints, most often about transmission & drivetrain.

Complaints
47
Recalls
13
Model years
5
Worst year
2022

Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC — 16 complaints, 2 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2023 (7 complaints).

Every Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2026 GLS 450 4MATIC20012Engine
2025 GLS 450 4MATIC71011Electrical System
2024 GLS 450 4MATIC154010Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2023 GLS 450 4MATIC70005Brakes
2022 GLS 450 4MATIC1621010Transmission & Drivetrain

Most common Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC problem areas (all years)

  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    12 complaints
  • Electrical System
    10 complaints
  • Engine
    9 complaints
  • Brakes
    8 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    5 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    5 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    4 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    3 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    3 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    2 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC received by NHTSA each month.

Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC recalls

  • Recall 26V353000May 29, 2026203 vehiclesModel years 2026

    Risk: A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 26V199000Mar 27, 2026932 vehiclesModel years 2026

    Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 25V325000May 30, 202526 vehiclesModel years 2025

    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.

  • Recall 24V207000Mar 15, 2024116,020 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 24V118000Feb 16, 2024105,071 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V880000Dec 21, 202379,676 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V445000Jun 26, 2023143,551 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V178000Mar 17, 202370,225 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 22V936000Dec 16, 202269 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V732000Sep 30, 202259,574 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: A seat with a seatback lock failure may not properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  • Recall 22V680000Sep 12, 2022161,000 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 22V365000May 20, 2022242,722 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 22V231000Apr 8, 202221,306 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: An overheated electrical cable can increase the risk of a fire.

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology