2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 580 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 580.

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Complaints
2
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
7

Worst 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 580 Problems

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

#11 complaints

Fuel System

#21 complaints

Suspension Failures

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Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 580.

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Recalls for 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 580

7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~640,855 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.

23V733000Sunroof/Moonroof
~8 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLS580 vehicles. Due to a software error, the sunroof may close unexpectedly when the "car wash mode" is activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-operated Window Systems."

23V177000Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac System
~61,450 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, 2021 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLS63, and 2020 GLE580 vehicles. The air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.

22V732000Seats:mid/rear Assembly
~59,574 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLS63, 2020-2022 GLS450 and GLS580 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the locks on the third-row seatbacks may fail in the event of a crash.

22V680000Body Structure
~161,000 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, and 2021 GLE400e, AMG GLS63, AMG GLE63 S, and Maybach GLS600 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the rear door window trim bars may detach.

22V466000Air Bags:frontal
~81 affected

Mercedes-Benz, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 and GLS 580 vehicles. The front air bag wiring harness may be routed incorrectly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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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2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 580 — FAQ

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

Is the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 580 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 580 has 2 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 7 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Fuel System with 1 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 580?
Top reported problems: Fuel System (1 complaints); Suspension Failures (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
Does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 580 have any recalls?
Yes — 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 640,855 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 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 580?
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 580 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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