2009 Mercedes Benz GL350
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
1 of 1 total report mentions: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
The car has started not shifting normally. It can get stuck in gear. So, you may pull to a stop sign and not be able to move because itâs stuck in 4th. What makes this really dangerous is that it will randomly shift into neutral.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-10-24
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2024-05-24Service brakes, hydraulic24V298000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML, GL, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge.
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Mercedes Benz GL350 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 24V298000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 2009 Mercedes Benz GL350 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mercedes Benz GL350?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Mercedes Benz GL350 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.