Model year
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name GL-Class for 2008. Under the matched names GL, GL320, GL450, and GL550, NHTSA lists 5 recalls and 88 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). 2 recalls marked do not drive. The components listed on the most complaints for GL450 are STEERING (21), SUSPENSION (14), AIR BAGS (6). NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 14–20 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $4,800–$5,850, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2007 123 complaints
- 2008 88 complaints
- 2009 29 complaints
- 2010 66 complaints
- 2011 97 complaints
- 2012 78 complaints
- 2013 52 complaints
- 2014 39 complaints
- 2015 35 complaints
- 2016 20 complaints
Matched NHTSA names
The EPA model name is not itself a name in the NHTSA file for 2008. The counts in the answer are the sum of the names below. Overlap between those names is not removed.
| NHTSA name | Recalls | Complaints | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| GL320 | 2 | 20 | 0 |
| GL450 | 2 | 55 | 0 |
| GL550 | 2 | 12 | 0 |
Recalls for GL450
24V298000 · Apr 26, 2024
Do not driveSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
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. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake…
22V315000 · May 9, 2022
Do not driveSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
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. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in…
Complaints for GL450
55 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 5, fire flag on 1, injury field 6, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations for GL450
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL320 CDI 4matic · 3L · Automatic 7-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Diesel · Diesel | 18 | 24 | 20 | — | — | $4,800 |
| GL450 4matic · 4.6L · Automatic 7-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 18 | 15 | — | — | $5,500 |
| GL550 4matic · 5.5L · Automatic 7-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 17 | 14 | — | — | $5,850 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.