Model year
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name GLS-Class for 2023. Under the matched names AMG GLS63 4MATIC+, GLS 450 4MATIC, and GLS 580 4MATIC, NHTSA lists 5 recalls and 10 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for GLS 450 4MATIC are SERVICE BRAKES (4), ENGINE (3), FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING (2). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 16–20 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $4,100–$5,150, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2017 42 complaints
- 2018 22 complaints
- 2019 28 complaints
- 2020 38 complaints
- 2021 38 complaints
- 2022 17 complaints
- 2023 10 complaints
- 2024 19 complaints
- 2025 10 complaints
- 2026 3 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Matched NHTSA names
The EPA model name is not itself a name in the NHTSA file for 2023. 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 GLS63 4MATIC+ | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| GLS 450 4MATIC | 5 | 7 | 0 |
| GLS 580 4MATIC | 4 | 3 | 0 |
Recalls for GLS 450 4MATIC
24V207000 · Mar 15, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 GLE 350, 2020-2024 GLE 450, 2020-2023 GLS 580, GLE 580, 2019-2023 GLS 450, 2021-2023 Maybach GLS 600, AMG GLS 63, 2021-2024 AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 53 Coupe, and AMG GLE 63 S vehicles. A 48-Volt ground connection under…
24V118000 · Feb 16, 2024
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 GLE 450 and GLS 450 vehicles. The transmission may not fully downshift in certain conditions, causing the engine to stall.
23V880000 · Dec 21, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
23V445000 · Jun 26, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
23V178000 · Mar 17, 2023
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 GLE350, GLE450, GLE580, GLS450, GLS580, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63 S, and AMG GLS63 vehicles. The rear door window trim bars may detach from the vehicle while driving.
Complaints for GLS 450 4MATIC
7 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 0, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, 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 GLS 450 4MATIC
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV AWD | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLS450 4matic · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 18 | 23 | 20 | — | — | $4,100 |
| AMG GLS63 4matic Plus · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 14 | 19 | 16 | — | — | $5,150 |
| GLS600 4matic Maybach · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 15 | 20 | 17 | — | — | $4,850 |
| GLS580 4matic · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 16 | 21 | 18 | — | — | $4,550 |
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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 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.