2013 Mercedes-Benz GL350
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2013
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 7 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 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
4 of 7 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
Oil leak persistent from oil cooler in diesel bluetec engine spraying oil outside gasket onto fuel lines, oil pan, and onto the ground emitting high level of smoke with tarry burnt toxic noxious charcoal smell fumigating through the cabin and...
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-03
Also filed under Power train and fuel/propulsion system
Power train
3 of 7 total reports mention: power train.
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 7 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Suspension
1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.
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Airmatic suspension system drops in the rear of vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-10-28
Seat belts
1 of 7 total reports mentions: seat belts.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2013-05-24Seat belts13V166000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 GL350 BlueTEC, GL450 4MATIC, GL550 4MATIC, and GL63 AMG vehicles manufactured May 15, 2012 through October 4, 2012. The second…
Remedy: Mercedes-Benz will notify owners and dealers will check, and tighten the bolts of the seat belt anchor fittings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall campaign began on May 24, 2013. Owners may…
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2018-08-30Suspension18V272000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the oil level as necessary and replace the reservoir sealing cap to prevent oil foam from leaking out, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2018.
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2019-12-23Communication19V787000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.
Buy-smart checklist
2013 Mercedes-Benz GL350 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V166000 · Seat belts
- Recall 18V272000 · Suspension
- Recall 19V787000 · Communication
FAQ
- Is the 2013 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL350?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 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.