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2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 Safety Overview

The 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 14 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Electrical system:wiring
  • Power train:automatic transmission:control module:software
  • Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 24V207000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 GLE 350, 2020-2024 GLE 450, 2020-20...

An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 24V207000: An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/15/2024
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 24V118000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 GLE 450 and GLS 450 vehicles.

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 24V118000: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/16/2024
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 23V177000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, 202...

Water intrusion into the foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short circuits to electrical components, increasing the risk of fire. In addition, the emergency call (eCall) feature may be disabled and the doors may not unlock, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the engine may not start or may enter a limp-home mode, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 23V177000: Water intrusion into the foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/17/2023
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 22V732000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLS63, 2020-2022 GLS450 and GLS580 v...

A seat with a seatback lock failure may not properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

NHTSA Recall 22V732000: A seat with a seatback lock failure may not properly restrain occupants... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/30/2022
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 22V680000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 A...

Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA Recall 22V680000: Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/12/2022
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 22V466000

Mercedes-Benz, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 and GLS 580 vehicles.

An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 22V466000: An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/1/2022
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 22V365000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GL...

A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 22V365000: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/20/2022
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 22V231000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53...

An overheated electrical cable can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 22V231000: An overheated electrical cable can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/8/2022
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 22V232000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, ...

An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 22V232000: An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/8/2022
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 21V354000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, ...

A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA Recall 21V354000: A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/14/2021
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 21V288000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLE 53, 2020 GLE350, GLE450, GLE580,...

Water intrusion into the driver and passenger side foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short circuits to electrical components, increasing the risk of fire. In addition, the emergency call (eCall) feature may be disabled and the doors may not unlock, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the engine may not start or may enter a limp-home mode, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V288000: Water intrusion into the driver and passenger side foot wells may cause... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/23/2021
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 21V071000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE450, GLE350, and 2020 GLS450, GL...

If the vehicle unexpectedly pulls to one side during an evasive maneuver, it can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V071000: If the vehicle unexpectedly pulls to one side during an evasive maneuver... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/12/2021
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 21V057000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLS 450, GLE 350, GLE 450, and 2021 AMG ...

In the event of a crash where the passenger air bag deploys, an unsecured dashboard could impair the inflation of the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 21V057000: In the event of a crash where the passenger air bag deploys, an unsecured... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/5/2021
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 21V058000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, ...

Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V058000: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/5/2021

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.