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Mercedes Benz GL320 years to avoid, worst and best years

Owners have filed 32 complaints about the Mercedes Benz GL320 since 2006, and 3 recalls have been issued. The 2008 model year has 20 complaints, more than any other year, led by steering and brakes problems.

No year stands outAll years close to typical
Owner complaints
32
Recalls
3
Worst year
2008
Warranty extensions
1
Model years
2006-2009

Mercedes Benz GL320 years to avoid

No model year of the Mercedes Benz GL320 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Best Mercedes Benz GL320 years

Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

Mercedes Benz GL320 complaints by model year

Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.

2006200720082009

How we calculate this

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Most common Mercedes Benz GL320 problems

All model years combined.

  • Steering
    7
  • Seats
    4
  • Engine
    4
  • Suspension
    3
  • Electrical
    3
  • Airbags
    3
  • Fuel system
    2
  • Brakes
    2
  • Visibility
    1
  • Transmission
    1
  • Lights
    1
  • Driver assistance
    1

Mercedes Benz GL320 problems year by year

Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.

YearScoreComplaintsTop problemTypical mileageRecallsCrashes
2009-6Airbags30
2008-20Steering81,98121
2007-5Suspension57,45320
2006-1Seats00

Recalls 3

See all 3 recalls for the Mercedes Benz GL320

Mercedes Benz GL320 warranty extensions

Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.

Questions about the Mercedes Benz GL320

What years of the Mercedes Benz GL320 should you avoid?

No single model year of the Mercedes Benz GL320 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used Mercedes Benz GL320?

There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

What is the most common problem with the Mercedes Benz GL320?

Steering, with 7 complaints across all years, followed by seats (4) and engine (4).

How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz GL320 have?

3 recalls between 2006 and 2009. The 2009 model year has the most, with 3.

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