Is the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL550 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 GL550?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL550 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2012 Mercedes-Benz GL550

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2012 Mercedes-Benz GL550
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:04:25.330Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 8
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2012: 8 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2010	3
2011	15
2012	8
2013	6
2014	10
2015	8
2016	1
2017	0

Known problem areas

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

6 of 8 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASHINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

Takata recall - I had head-on collision accident on 02/03/2015, steering wheel and leg air bag was deployed, but caused me injury after it deployed to my hand, fingers and knees.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-05-04

Also filed under Wheels and structure

I purchased a this vehicle at a dealership Laurel Ford as is no warranty for $14,000 and not even in a week of me having it the key fob was not working and itâs been giving me problems so now itâs not is not reading the ignition switch and it...

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-13

Also filed under Electrical system

The Takata airbag recall defect has not been repaired on our mercedez for over 3 years now. We have not been able to resell it due to the recall, valuation has decreased as well due to the repair not being performed by the dealer.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-29

Wheels

1 of 8 total reports mentions: wheels.

CRASHINJURY

Structure

1 of 8 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

CRASHINJURY

Service brakes

1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes.

Exterior lighting

1 of 8 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing turn signal.

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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2012 Mercedes-Benz GL550 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 6 reports on file for this year.
Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Structure: 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 GL550 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 GL550?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL550 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.