Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 24 recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC (2020–2026).

Complaints
11
Recalls
24
Model years
6
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 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.

Every Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2026 GLS 580 4MATIC00002—
2025 GLS 580 4MATIC31030Wheels & Tires
2024 GLS 580 4MATIC20000Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2023 GLS 580 4MATIC30004Body & Structure
2022 GLS 580 4MATIC10005Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2020 GLS 580 4MATIC200019Suspension

Most common Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC problem areas (all years)

  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    2 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    2 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    2 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    1 complaints
  • Suspension
    1 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    1 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    1 complaints
  • Electrical System
    1 complaints
  • Engine
    1 complaints

Complaint trend

2025
Complaints about the Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC received by NHTSA each month.

Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 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 24V207000Mar 15, 2024116,020 vehiclesModel years 2020–2023

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

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

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

  • Recall 23V733000Nov 1, 20238 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: A sunroof that closes unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

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

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

  • Recall 23V177000Mar 17, 202361,450 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Water intrusion into the foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short circuits to electrical components, increasing the risk of fire. In addition, the emergency call (eCall) feature may be disabled and the doors may not unlock, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the engine may not start or may enter a limp-home mode, increasing 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 22V732000Sep 30, 202259,574 vehiclesModel years 2020–2022

    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 2020

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

  • Recall 22V466000Jul 1, 202281 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 22V365000May 20, 2022242,722 vehiclesModel years 2020

    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 2020

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

  • Recall 21V961000Dec 13, 2021139 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 21V818000Oct 18, 202127 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Incorrectly assembled seats may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V771000Oct 1, 20213 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: An air bag that does not deploy properly during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V354000May 14, 2021343,191 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 21V288000Apr 23, 20216,331 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Water intrusion into the driver and passenger side foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short circuits to electrical components, increasing the risk of fire. In addition, the emergency call (eCall) feature may be disabled and the doors may not unlock, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the engine may not start or may enter a limp-home mode, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V071000Feb 12, 202141,838 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly pulls to one side during an evasive maneuver, it can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V058000Feb 5, 20211,292,258 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

  • Recall 20V626000Oct 9, 202012,799 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: If the power steering, wiper motor, or left headlight malfunction there could be an increased risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V329000Jun 5, 202038 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Premature wear of the front struts and rear shock absorbers can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V089000Feb 14, 20202,101 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: If the interior switches are not illuminated, they may be more difficult to find and operate, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V709000Oct 4, 201913,799 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: The detached trim can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Other Mercedes-Benz models

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