CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (4 reports).
2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 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.
Loose Axle Bolts Can Fracture, Risking Crashes
Certain 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz SUVs built between September 29, 2014 and March 27, 2015 may have front and/or rear axle carrier bolts that were not assembled correctly.
Most common 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
What owners report
On 8/5/2026, the power boost on the vehicle was lost while at a nearby shopping center. Braking became very difficult and it was dangerous to drive even a little distance. There were no warning lights from the vehicle. We had it towed to an independent repair shop where they determined the brake booster had failed. They did a recall check and saw that it didn't apply to our specific vehicle. They repaired it which cost $2500. Later, we did research and found that there is an expanded recall, 22V315000, which includes our year, make, and model! Our vehicle brake booster failed in the same manner as expressed in that recall. I still have the failed brake booster itself. We'd like you to have M
See attached document for complaint.
See attached document for complaint
My 2015 GL550 has 90k miles on it and is city driven, on 09/11/2023 when I was trying to pull out onto a main rd my suv hesitated and the check engine light came on, luckily traffic wasnât heavy at the time so I wasnât in any accidents. I called and was able to get my suv into my local Mercedes dealership for an inspection. When the suv was dropped off the check engine light had gone off but when the service center pulled up the codes it showed both turbos were bad and have to be replaced. This isnât something that should happen to a vehicle that is regularly serviced only at Mercedes service centers, isnât 10years old yet, never wrecked, and has less then 100k miles on it. If this h
Upon receipt of vehicle, when the weather was nice, a rattle in the engine compartment appeared to take place intermittently. Upon diagnosis by a dealership, intermittent was confirmed to take place on a cold start, and not intermittently. Upon further research, it was found the rattle is related to a manufacturer's defect with the timing chain tensioner(s) and their interaction with the valves. My safety was put at risk substantially. I live in the cold upper midwest. Every start of the vehicle is a cold start, and if I risk damaging my engine at any given hour, during the dead of winter, with little to no available funds, I am at risk of hypothermia, starvation, even death. The problem,
2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 questions
Does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550: Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Oil Leak Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire Risk; Loose Axle Bolts Can Fracture, Risking Crashes. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (4), Unknown Or Other (2), Structure (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 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.