2019 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450.

20182020
Complaints
21
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2019 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#13 complaints

Engine & Cooling

Fires:1
#22 complaints

Back Over Prevention: Warnings

#32 complaints

Electrical Faults

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450.

Engine & Cooling
3
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Crashes
Fires
1
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Back Over Prevention: Warnings
2
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Fires
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Electrical Faults
2
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Suspension Failures
2
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Airbags
1
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Engine Problems
1
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Transmission / Drivetrain
1
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Brakes
1
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Steering Defects
1
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Body Structure
1
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Tire Defects
1
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Recalls for 2019 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~358,742 vehicles.

24V207000Electrical System:wiring
~116,020 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 GLE 350, 2020-2024 GLE 450, 2020-2023 GLS 580, GLE 580, 2019-2023 GLS 450, 2021-2023 Maybach GLS 600, AMG GLS 63, 2021-2024 AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 53 Coupe, and AMG GLE 63 S vehicles. A 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.

22V365000Communication: Auto Crash Notification · Electrical System:software
~242,722 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.

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2019 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 has 21 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine & Cooling with 3 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450?
Top reported problems: Engine & Cooling (3 complaints); Back Over Prevention: Warnings (2 complaints); Electrical Faults (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
Does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 358,742 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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