MYRModel Year Report

2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450

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2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:18:39.596Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes-Benz GL450 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2011 highlighted. 2010: 42 complaints 2010 2011: 55 complaints 2011 2012: 45 complaints 2012 2013: 37 complaints 2013 2014: 21 complaints 2014 2015: 18 complaints 2015 2016: 13 complaints 2016 2017: 1 complaints 2017
2011: 55 complaints
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YearComplaints
201042
201155
201245
201337
201421
201518
201613
20171

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

AIR BAGS 62%

62% of complaints: air bags — 34 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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I [XXX] own. The Mercedes Benz, it was in recall for the Air Bag, I took it to the Dealer at the Coral Gables Dealership of the Mercedes, 300 Almeria Ave, Coral Gables 33134. Phone (305)306-3549. and it was check.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240131

WE WERE SOUTH BOUND ON US131 AND WAS STRUCK IN THE DRIVERS DOOR. ENTIRE DRIVERS SIDE OF THE VEHICLE HAS DAMAGE FROM FRONT BUMPER TO REAR WHEEL. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND THE COMPUTER HAS A STORED CODE FOR BOTH DRIVERS SIDE DOORS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140825

SUSPENSION 15%

15% of complaints: suspension — 8 distinct reports on file.

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WERE TOLD BY A MECHANIC AT BETTEN IMPORTS IN GRAND RAPIDS, MI, THAT THE SUSPENSION WAS STUCK IN THE 'LOW' POSITION, CAUSING THE TIRES TO BECOME CUPPED AND PITTED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131030

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 5%

5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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The contact owned a 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The contact stated that while driving and attempting to make a right turn, the vehicle failed to stop, which led him to rear-end a truck in front. There were no warning lights illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240625

SERVICE BRAKES 5%

5% of complaints: service brakes — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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I [XXX] own. The Mercedes Benz, it was in recall for the Air Bag, I took it to the Dealer at the Coral Gables Dealership of the Mercedes, 300 Almeria Ave, Coral Gables 33134. Phone (305)306-3549. and it was check.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240131

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 5%

5% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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We smelled smoke from under the passenger seat. We had the car in for a recall and service recently and didn’t understand what was happening. Our three Children smelled the smoke too. Everyone exited the car and it burst into flames.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230515

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20161018 — air bags

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.

Campaign 16V081000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

R 20220630 — service brakes, hydraulic

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.

Campaign 22V315000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240524 — service brakes, hydraulic

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.

Campaign 24V298000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (34 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 16V081000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 22V315000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V298000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.