NHTSA lists 15 complaints for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC, 4 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 1 complaints mention an injury, with 1 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-10.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 4MATIC.
Complaints per 100k sold unavailable. No sales source is available for this record.
| System | Complaints | Share of this vehicle's complaints |
|---|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 | 40.0% |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 | 20.0% |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 3 | 20.0% |
| WHEELS | 2 | 13.3% |
| ENGINE | 1 | 6.7% |
| LANE DEPARTURE | 1 | 6.7% |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 | 6.7% |
| SEATS | 1 | 6.7% |
| STRUCTURE | 1 | 6.7% |
| TIRES | 1 | 6.7% |
| System | Subsystem | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 3 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | WARNINGS | 1 |
| LANE DEPARTURE | BLIND SPOT DETECTION | 1 |
| STRUCTURE | BODY | 1 |
One complaint can name several systems, so shares can add to more than 100 percent.
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical electronic | 5 | 33.3% | 0.91 |
| mechanical failure | 5 | 33.3% | 0.78 |
| loss of control | 2 | 13.3% | 0.94 |
| fluid or fuel leak | 1 | 6.7% | 0.53 |
| restraint or airbag | 1 | 6.7% | 0.40 |
| visibility or lighting | 1 | 6.7% | 0.98 |
| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| moderate | 9 | 60.0% | 0.80 |
| high | 5 | 33.3% | 0.93 |
| low | 1 | 6.7% | 0.80 |
Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 15 tagged complaints of 15 complaints (100.0%).
Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.
Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.
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229 manufacturer communications.
| System | Count |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 96 |
| POWER TRAIN | 30 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 29 |
| STEERING | 15 |
| STRUCTURE | 15 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 13 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 13 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 13 |
Date: 2026-09-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
Complaint Sporadic warning message in instrument cluster "Engine oil pressure, stop switch off vehicle" (or similar) is shown in red on vehicles with low mileage. Cause Directional control valve may stick. Remedy 1a Read off oil level in instrument cluster and correct if necessary. 2a Perform ap
Date: 2026-09-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Complaint Customer complaints relating to automatic transmission 725.0 (NAG3 Classic /9Ga TRONIC automatic transmission) and 725.1 (NAG3 facelift/9Ga TRONIC automatic transmission facelift) For faster, more effective and more targeted diagnosis, Intelligent Predictive Repair (IPR) has been develop
Date: 2026-09-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING.
Complaint Slight creaking noises when steering. Cause Noises may come from one or more sleeves of the horn contact plate. Remedy Remove the horn contact plate and check the sleeves for noise; see attached video. If necessary, apply lubricant to the sleeves.
Date: 2026-09-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while braking. Cause Although the cause of the vibra
Date: 2026-09-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
Complaint Red coolant warning in instrument cluster. Fault codes U019F00 or U019F87 current/stored in MRG1 control unit. Cause Various causes Remedy Perform guided test for fault code U019F with XENTRY diagnosis. Verify the following connections are clean and tight. Correct any problems and retest p
Date: 2026-09-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Complaint Radio station cover art does not refresh when switching stations. The UI continues to show the old stationa s artwork instead of updating to the new one. Cause When a new station change request is triggered, a temporary glitch is causing the Head Unit application to fail to overwrite the
Date: 2026-09-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Complaint Whining / humming noises (described as foghorna like) from the drivetrain in the rear axle area during cornering. (figure 1) On the abovea mentioned vehicles with a mileage up to 15,000 km (about 9,300 mi), noises can occur from the rear axle differential. Cause Drivetrain resonance caus
Date: 2026-09-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Complaint Only vehicles with a variable transfer case are affected. This can be identified through control unit N45 or N15/7 in the quick test. When accelerating with light load, vibrations or jolting sensation may come from the drivetrain. It may be mistaken for a harsh shift. Cause Modified oil qu
Date: 2026-09-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Complaint Traffic sign symbol for "Traffic Sign Assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious cause usually with one of the following scenarios: a ? Flashing without a speed limit ("a a "). a ? Flashing when current vehicle speed is under speed limit. a ? Flashing between US speed lim
Date: 2026-09-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Complaint CEL light on with no drivability concerns. Cause Signal timing error. Remedy 167, 465: SW has been released. Update the FSAM to the latest SW version. 290, 118, 243, 247: Software is still in development. This fault code does not cause a drivability concern and will clear itself within 2a
GLS 450
| NHTSA model label | Complaints |
|---|---|
| GLS 450 4MATIC | 15 |
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