2013 Mercedes-Benz GL550
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- 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: 6 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 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
5 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing adas.
Show complaint excerpts
We purchased the 2013 GL 550 five months ago. When we were driving home the vehicle shifted itself into park while in was in drive.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-20
Also filed under Power train and steering
While driving on the highway approximately 70 mph the car stalled. I slowly came to a stop, unable to restart the car. After getting towed to a nearby Mercedes service shop, They diagnosed the issue as inaccurate fuel gauge and refueled the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-07-20
Also filed under Power train and fuel/propulsion system
Power train
3 of 6 total reports mention: power train.
Steering
2 of 6 total reports mention: steering.
Engine
2 of 6 total reports mention: engine.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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 GL550 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 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 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL550?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 83% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 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.