CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (9 reports).
2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450 recalls
Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location
A software fault in the emergency call system (eCall) can cause the date and time recorded for the system to differ from the actual date and time.
Oil Leak Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire Risk
The Active Curve System (ACS) reservoir in certain vehicles can lose oil when the oil level drops below the minimum.
Most common 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450 problems
Problem areas named in the 37 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 9 |
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Seats | 5 |
| Suspension | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
What owners report
I bought the vehicle with 104k miles. When hooked to a computer it shows 177k. The odometer was tampered with
I was driving along in my 2013 MB GL450 with the M278 engine when the engine stopped. I had it towed to my home and checked it out. I had a suspicion the engine was seized. I eventually had to towed to my closest MB dealership for evaluation. The engine was seized. Their further investigation revealed that a wrong oil filter had been installed when the oil was changed 5 months and 3000 miles earlier. I tried to find out what this wrong filter would cause. I asked the dealership and then MB and got no response. I suspect if this filter caused the issue it would have been an oil pressure issue. The car gave no indication of anything wrong prior to engine seizing. I got no message on
While driving on the freeway, we picked up a big screw in our tire which immediately deflated. To continue our journey, we wanted to replace the tire with the spare wheel. To do that, we used the floor jack that came with the car and this would have been it's first use. While attempting to lift the vehicle, the threaded bushing of this scissor type floor jack completely stripped (see picture). Not only is this super dangerous to have such a floor jack included, but if could have left us stranded for a very long time in case we would have been more remotely. I would suggest to investigate these floor jacks whether the pose any safety hazards and if make Mercedes-Benz replacing them free if ch
I am reaching out to bring to your attention a significant manufacturing flaw in the Mercedes GL450 model, which poses a severe risk to both vehicle functionality and passenger safety. The issue pertains to water infiltration into the battery compartment situated beneath the front passenger seat and concealed beneath the carpet. Even minor rainfall or streetwater has been found to breach this compartment, causing extensive damage to the vehicle's electronic systems. This results in highly precarious and unpredictable behavior, endangering both occupants and road users. As a poignant example, my own GL450, a 2013 model, has exhibited alarming symptoms. Despite being securely in "PARK" mode,
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked; however, while opening the door to enter the vehicle, the message "Transmission not in P, Risk of Vehicle Rolling Away" was displayed. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and moved the gear shifter in and out of park(P); however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that other unknown messages were displayed. Additionally, the contact stated that he became aware that there was water accumulation underneath the front passenger's side seat. The contact stated that there was water on the battery and electrical wiring. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle wa
2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450 questions
Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450: Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Oil Leak Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire Risk; Seat Belts. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450?
Based on 37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (9), Electrical System (8), Seats (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.