Is the 2016 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 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550 have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550

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2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:05:09.715Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 1
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2016: 1 complaint

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 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.

Show complaint excerpts

water intrusion into the spare tire well compartment and the battery compartment affecting the battery and starter.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-09-09

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2017-01-18Air bags16V903000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 GL350 4Matic Bluetec, GL550 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE43 AMG Coupe, GLE450 4Matic, 2016 GLE300d 4Matic, GLE350, GLE350d 4Matic, GLE400 4Matic, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE63 AMG, GLE63...

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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2017-09-29Steering17V241000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector and inspect the electric power steering rack, replacing the rack as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable.

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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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 16V903000 · Air bags
Recall 17V241000 · Steering
Recall 18V272000 · Suspension
Recall 19V787000 · Communication

FAQ

Is the 2016 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 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550 have?: 4 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.