Mercedes-Benz GL550 Years to Avoid (2026): Worst and Best Years

Mercedes-Benz GL550 years to avoid

No model year of the Mercedes-Benz GL550 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.

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

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

All model years combined.

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

Year	Score	Complaints	Top problem	Typical mileage	Recalls	Crashes
2016	-	1	Electrical		4	0
2015	-	8	Engine		3	0	Fewest complaints
2014	-	10	Engine	34,000	3	0
2013	-	6	Electrical	62,686	3	0	Fewest complaints
2012	-	8	Airbags		3	1	Fewest complaints
2011	-	15	Airbags		3	0
2010	-	3	Airbags		3	0

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

What years of the Mercedes-Benz GL550 should you avoid?

No single model year of the Mercedes-Benz GL550 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used Mercedes-Benz GL550?

2013, 2012 and 2015 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (6, 8 and 8).

What is the most common problem with the Mercedes-Benz GL550?

Airbags, with 20 complaints across all years, followed by engine (10) and electrical (8).

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz GL550 have?

10 recalls between 2010 and 2016. The 2016 model year has the most, with 4.

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.