Model year
2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name GL-Class for 2013. Under the matched names AMG GL63, GL166, GL350, GL450, GL550, and GL63, NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 52 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for GL450 are ENGINE (9), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (8), SEATS (5). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 14–16 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $5,150–$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 2013. The counts in the answer are the sum of the names below. Overlap between those names is not removed.
| NHTSA name | Recalls | Complaints | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GL63 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| GL166 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| GL350 | 3 | 7 | 0 |
| GL450 | 3 | 37 | 0 |
| GL550 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
| GL63 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls for GL450
19V787000 · Nov 1, 2019
COMMUNICATION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list…
18V272000 · Apr 27, 2018
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML350 Bluetec 4Matic and ML550 4Matic, 2012-2015 ML63 AMG 4Matic and ML350 4Matic, 2013-2016 GL350 Bluetec 4Matic, GL550 4Matic and GL63 AMG 4Matic, 2017 GLS350d 4Matic, GLS450 4Matic, GLS550 4Matic and GLS63 AMG…
13V166000 · Apr 29, 2013
SEAT BELTS
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 row seat belt anchor fitting bolts may not be properly torqued.
Complaints for GL450
37 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 1, fire flag on 1, injury field 3, 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
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL450 4matic · 4.7L · Automatic 7-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 14 | 19 | 16 | — | — | $5,150 |
| GL550 4matic · 4.7L · Automatic 7-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 18 | 15 | — | — | $5,500 |
| GL63 AMG · 5.5L · Automatic 7-spd · 4-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 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.