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Mercedes-Benz GL320 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 33 owner complaints for the Mercedes-Benz GL320, covering model years 2006 to 2010. The 2008 model year drew the most complaints (20), and Steering is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 3 recall campaigns on file
  • 33 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 5 model years with data (2006–2010)
  • most complaints: 2008 (20 for that model year)
  • top component: Steering (7 complaints)
  • latest recall 24V298000 (reported Apr 26, 2024)
  • 1 complaint reporting a crash (3.0%)
  • 3 complaints reporting a fire (9.1%)
  • 3 complaints reporting an injury (9.1%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Mercedes-Benz GL320 complaints by model year

5 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2008 model year has the most complaints: 20 of 33, or 60.6%. Next come 2009 (6) and 2007 (5). The fewest are for 2010, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Mercedes-Benz GL320 owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2006–2010Column chart of 33 complaints across 5 model years. The highest is 2008 with 20. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2006: 1 complaint120062007: 5 complaints520072008: 20 complaints2020082009: 6 complaints620092010: 1 complaint12010
Mercedes-Benz GL320 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Mercedes-Benz GL320 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
200610110
200750110
2008201010
200960100
201010000
All model years331330

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Mercedes-Benz GL320 components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Steering is the component named most often, in 7 complaints (21.2% of all 33), followed by Air Bags (4) and Seats (4).

Components named most often in Mercedes-Benz GL320 complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Mercedes-Benz GL320 complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Steering721.2%
Air Bags412.1%
Seats412.1%
Unknown or Other412.1%
Electrical System39.1%
Engine39.1%
Suspension39.1%
Engine and Engine Cooling13.0%
Exterior Lighting13.0%
Fuel System, Diesel13.0%
Fuel/Propulsion System13.0%
Power Train13.0%
Service Brakes13.0%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic13.0%
Traction Control System13.0%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Mercedes-Benz GL320 recalls

3 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name GL320, newest first. The 3 campaigns cover model years 2007 to 2010. The 2009 model year appears in the most campaigns (3).

  • 3 recall campaigns
  • 2 “Do Not Drive” advisories
Mercedes-Benz GL320 recall campaigns covering each model year
2007: 2 campaigns2008: 2 campaigns2009: 3 campaigns2010: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 24V298000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum

    Model years 2007–2009

    NHTSA “Do Not Drive” advisory: affected vehicles should not be driven until the recall repair is done.

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML, GL, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.

    Consequence:
    Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MMUSA's number for this recall is 2024050001/2. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-315.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 22V315000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum

    Model years 2007–2009

    NHTSA “Do Not Drive” advisory: affected vehicles should not be driven until the recall repair is done.

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.

    Consequence:
    Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2022050014, 2022050015 2022090006, & 2022090007.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  3. NHTSA campaign 16V081000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module

    Model years 2009–2010

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 ML320 BlueTec 4Matic, GL320 BlueTec 4Matic and R320 CDI 4Matic, 2011 E350 Cabriolet and E550 Cabriolet, 2009-2011 ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML550 4Matic, ML63 AMG, and C63 AMG, 2010-2011 ML450 4Matic Hybrid, E350 Coupe, E350 4Matic, E550 Coupe, E550 4Matic, and E63 AMG, 2011-2012 GL350 BlueTec 4Matic and R350 BlueTec 4Matic, 2009-2012 GL450 4Matic, GL550 4Matic and R350 4Matic, 2007-2008 SLK280, SLK350, and SLK55 AMG, 2011-2014 SLS AMG Coupe, 2012 SLS AMG Cabriolet, 2013-2014 SLS AMG GT and SLS AMG GT Cabriolet, 2005 C230 Kompressor and C320, 2006-2007 C230, 2006-2011 C350, 2008-2011 C300 and C300 4Matic, 2010-2012 GLK350 and GLK350 4Matic and 2007-2008 Chrysler Crossfire vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA will their notify owners, and Fiat Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler owners. Dealers for the respective brands will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Mercedes-Benz owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 and Chrysler owners may contact Fiat Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Mercedes-Benz GL320 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz GL320 have?

NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recall campaigns for the Mercedes-Benz GL320, covering model years 2006 to 2010. The most recent, 24V298000, was reported on April 26, 2024 and is filed under “Service brakes, hydraulic”. The 2009 model year is covered by the most campaigns (3).

Which Mercedes-Benz GL320 model year has the most complaints?

The 2008 model year, with 20 of the 33 complaints in NHTSA’s file (60.6%). The next are 2009 (6) and 2007 (5). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Mercedes-Benz GL320 complaint?

Steering is the component named most often: 7 complaints, or 21.2% of all 33. Air Bags (4) and Seats (4) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Mercedes-Benz GL320?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer.

How many Mercedes-Benz GL320 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 33 complaints, 1 report a crash, 3 a fire, 3 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.