2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350
Only 22 complaints 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2012
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2012: 22 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
13 of 22 total reports mention: air bags.
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Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V081000 (Air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-08
Takata recall there has been no accident but if there was it could be fatal. I live in a hot, humid area that is supposed to have the airbag replaced before other areas. My complaint is the parts have not been allocated for my car. Need it done!
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-26
Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V081000 (Air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-12-20
Engine
4 of 22 total reports mention: engine.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350BTC. While driving approximately 65 MPH, smoke appeared from the front end and underneath the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-25
Engine oil cooler leack $3500 repair job at mercedes greenway houston , airmatic system malfunction, $3500 ABS speed sensor , intake manifold runner controll…
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-03-30
Visibility
1 of 22 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
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The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormally loud crack.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-02
Service brakes
1 of 22 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Seats
1 of 22 total reports mentions: seats, most commonly citing seat heater/cooler.
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The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's seat was excessively hot while using the heated seat feature.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-30
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2016-10-18Air bags16V081000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Remedy: MBUSA will their notify owners, and Fiat Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler owners. Dealers for the respective brands will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. This recall began November 2016.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2022-06-30Service brakes, hydraulic22V315000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML-Class, GL-Class, 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.
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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
2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V081000 · Air bags
- Recall 22V315000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 24V298000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 2012 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 59% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.