2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550: 3 recalls, 8 owner complaints and up to 15 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #16V900000 · 2016 · 48 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2015 gl350 4matic blutec, gl450 4matic, gl550 4matic, ml250 blutec, ml350, ml350 4matic, ml400 4matic and 2015-2016 gl63 amg 4matic vehicles manufactured September 29, 2014 through March 27, 2015. The affected vehicles have axle bolts on the front and/or rear drive axle carriers that May not have been assembled correctly. As a result, the remaining…
Why it matters: If any of the remaining front or rear axle bolts fracture, the vehicle May be unstable, reducing the handling capability and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle carrier bolts, free of charge. The recall is began February 2017.
Suspension Vehicle recall #18V272000 · 2018 · 9,725 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 4matic, 2015 ml400 4matic, 2016 gle400 4matic, gle350 4matic, gle63 amg 4matic, gle63s amg 4matic, gle450 4matic coupe and gle63s amg 4matic…
Why it matters: The leaking oil in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will correct the oil level as necessary and replace the reservoir sealing cap to prevent oil foam from leaking out, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2018.
Communication Vehicle recall #19V787000 · 2019 · 24,226 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 of the affected models visit: https://static.NHTSA.gov/odi/rcl/2019/rmisc-19v787-4620.pdf
Why it matters: An inaccurate vehicle location May delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Mbusa has initiated an over the air (ota) remote update. Mbusa will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful ota or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Seats (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 has 8 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 10 GL550 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 7). Complaints peaked in 2022 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 8 years old, at a median of 2,200 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (10 complaints, 3 recalls), 2016 (1 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.7 L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 problems?
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (4), other / unknown (2), body & structure (1).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 get?
EPA ratings run up to 15 mpg combined (4.7 L, Automatic 7-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.