CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (5 reports).
2016 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.
Water Can Disable Steering Assist, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz vehicles (including GL, GLE, GL63 AMG, E400 and GLE300d models) may have an electric power steering connector that is not sealed well enough.
Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash
Some control units in these Mercedes-Benz vehicles may have been updated with incorrect software.
Loose Front Suspension Bolt Can Cause Crash Risk
On certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450, GLE350, and GLE450 vehicles, the bolt connecting the front upper control arm and the axle stub may not have been properly tightened.
Most common 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 problems
Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Seats | 3 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
What owners report
Panoramic sunroof spontaneously shattered at some time between 2/4/26 and 2/5/26. Car was fine when I drove on 2/4/26 and parked at home at approximately 4:30p (still light outside). I got in car next day 2/5/26 at approximately 5:45p (when dark outside). Heard slight air/wind noise as pulled out of driveway and started driving. Looked up and saw sunroof completely shattered (but still fully attached). No glass inside car until the next day when the sun came out and glass started to fall in and create a hole in the broken glass panel. I was the only one who drove the car. Dealer viewed on 2/9/26, and provided repair estimate of $4,500.30. Still waiting on insurance to authorize repair. I hav
Tailgate sometimes opens while driving. It sometimes takes many attempts to reclose it from the outside of car. It will not reclose using the electronic button on the door. The alert comes on on the dashboard and its extremely dangerous as luggage can fall out. This happened while highway driving last week, scary. Apparently after googling this, it is common issue. The tailgate is one big gate hinged at the top so stuff can fall out.
Coolant Reservoir Hose Blew out on my 2016 GL450 Mercedes Benz.
The contact owned a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The contact stated when he parked the vehicle and went into a business, he returned within 5 minutes and the vehicle was engulfed in flames. The fire department was already notified and arrived on the scene, then extinguished the fire with water. The police arrived on the scene; however, a report was not filed. The vehicle melted from the front bottom to the windshield. The vehicle was towed to the towing company. There were no injuries. No medical treatments were received on the scene or required. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed yet; however, the contact believes it was a total loss. The manufacturer w
Air Conditioner always make musty / moldy odor. Many forums says that is a common problem all across Mercedes models and it causes allergic reaction resulting in sneezing all the time when a/c is on. Problem is especially bad for my kids who have environmental allergy like mold/mildew. This horrible odor coming from a/c is due to mold/mildew forming on condenser. Please order a recall ASAP.
2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 questions
Does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450: Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Oil Leak Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire Risk; Water Can Disable Steering Assist, Raising Crash Risk; Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash; Loose Front Suspension Bolt Can Cause Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (5), Seats (3), Engine (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.