2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

10 safety recalls on file

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (6 reports).

10Recalls
17Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC recalls

Loose Ground Wire Can Overheat and Cause Fire

Recall 24V207Mar 15, 2024116,020 vehicles affected

A 48-volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be secured properly, so the connection can overheat over time.

Transmission May Not Downshift, Causing Engine Stall

Recall 24V118Feb 16, 2024105,071 vehicles affected

Certain 2020-2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 and GLS 450 vehicles may have a transmission that does not fully downshift under some conditions.

Fuel pump can shut off, causing sudden loss of power

Recall 23V880Dec 21, 202379,676 vehicles affected

A fuel pump in these Mercedes-Benz vehicles may shut down while driving, which causes a loss of drive power.

Fuel Pump May Shut Off, Causing Loss of Power

Recall 23V445Jun 26, 2023143,551 vehicles affected

The fuel pump in these vehicles may shut down while driving.

Rear Window Trim Bars May Detach While Driving

Recall 23V178Mar 17, 202370,225 vehicles affected

Certain 2022 and 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE, GLS, and AMG SUV models have rear door window trim bars that can come loose and detach from the vehicle while it is being driven.

Steering Screw May Loosen, Risking Loss of Steering

Recall 22V936Dec 16, 202269 vehicles affected

A steering coupling locking screw in these vehicles may loosen and could possibly detach from the steering gear.

Third-Row Seatback Lock May Fail in a Crash

Recall 22V732Sep 30, 202259,574 vehicles affected

The locks on the third-row seatbacks may fail, so the seatback may not stay locked in place during a crash.

Rear Window Trim Bars May Detach, Creating Crash Risk

Recall 22V680Sep 12, 2022161,000 vehicles affected

Due to a manufacturing error, the rear door window trim bars on certain vehicles may detach.

Emergency call system may fail to connect in a crash

Recall 22V365May 20, 2022242,722 vehicles affected

A software error in the communication module's SIM card can cause a mobile network connection failure.

Loose Ground Bolt Can Overheat Wiring, Causing Fire Risk

Recall 22V231Apr 8, 202221,306 vehicles affected

A ground cable bolt for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat may not be secured properly.

Most common 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC problems

Problem areas named in the 17 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other6
Forward Collision Avoidance5
Electrical System4
Power Train4
Vehicle Speed Control3
Engine3
Service Brakes2
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Wheels1
Visibility1

What owners report

2026-10-29, Unknown Or Other
My car was part of a recall campaign in 2022/2023 (22V68000 and [XXX]). The car was inspected and it was determined that no repair was needed at the time. Earlier this year, XXX, the rear window trim fell off while I was driving on the freeway ([XXX] near [XXX]). I reported this to Mercedes Benz of [XXX]. On XXX, they charged me $969.36 to replace the window trim. There was no mention of the previous recall, and no deep investigation was done as to why the trim fell off. On XXX less than 3 months after the replacement, the same piece of window trim fell off again while I was driving on the freeway ([XXX] in [XXX]). My attempts to speak with a service manager were not responded to. I email
2026-10-01, Power Train
The vehicle suffered a total internal transfer case mechanical failure at 22,909 miles, which was documented during a factory-scheduled Service B check. The dealership attempted a fluid flush, which immediately resulted in an active 4MATIC system failure warning on the dashboard. Complete mechanical failure of this 4MATIC component causes extreme drivetrain binding and wheel hopping during low-speed maneuvers, presenting a major vehicle control hazard and a high risk of sudden loss of propulsion while driving on public roads.
2026-09-14, Service Brakes
I am writing to formally log an urgent Safety-Critical Incident Report regarding a complete brake system failure on my 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 (VIN: ⁠[XXX]). Incident Details: Date & Time:[XXX] Vehicle Mileage: Approximate 30k miles Occupants: 5 family members (including 3 children) Maintenance History: Fully and regularly maintained according to manufacturer schedules. What Happened: While driving with my family on the highway, the brake pedal suddenly went completely soft and lost braking power, creating an extremely dangerous, life-threatening situation. The dashboard did not display any advance warning before the failure occurred. Fortunately, I was able to sa
2026-05-15, Forward Collision Avoidance
I have been receiving errors that visibility is reduced. Lane departure system is not working and car has brake suddenly in moderate traffic despite not being close to vehicle ahead of me.
2026-04-16, Visibility
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the roof of the vehicle. The vehicle was pulled over to the shoulder lane and the contact discovered that the sunroof glass had shattered. No warning lights were illuminated. A dealer was contacted, and the dealer suggested that the insurance provider be contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC questions

Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC: Loose Ground Wire Can Overheat and Cause Fire; Transmission May Not Downshift, Causing Engine Stall; Fuel pump can shut off, causing sudden loss of power; Fuel Pump May Shut Off, Causing Loss of Power; Rear Window Trim Bars May Detach While Driving. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC?

Based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (6), Forward Collision Avoidance (5), Electrical System (4).

How do I check if a recall on my 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC 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.

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