Mercedes-Benz GLS recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 16 safety recalls naming the Mercedes-Benz GLS, launched from 2017 to 2025. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Mercedes-Benz GLS recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 16
- 2017 to 2025
- Latest recall
- 1 July 2025
- R/2025/217
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Mercedes-Benz GLS recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
SRPC2509 – Mounting of Multi-Purpose Camera & Interior Mirror
R/2025/217, launched 1 July 2025. Also covers the GLE
Defect: Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain GLE/GLS (167 platform) and GLC (254 platform) vehicles the bonding of the multi-purpose camera and/or the interior mirror on the windscreen might not meet specifications.
Remedy: As a precautionary measure Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the windscreen on the affected vehicles.
SRPC2405 - Bolting of 48V ground connection
R/2024/173, launched 23 April 2024. Also covers the GLE
Defect: On affected vehicles the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat might have come loose.
Remedy: Check the bolting of the ground connection and correct it if necessary.
On affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.
R/2023/023, launched 20 February 2023, 51,251 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C-Class, CLS, E-Class, GLC, GLE, Glk, M-Class (ML), S-Class
Defect: On affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.
Remedy: Replace the steering gear mounting bolts on the affected vehicles with steel bolts. Should the bolts break or already be broken change the steering gear.
THE SPRINGS IN THE LOCKING MECHANISM OF THE SEAT BACKREST OF THE THIRD SEAT ROW MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SPECIFICATIONS
R/2022/309, launched 11 November 2022, 1,088 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The springs in the locking mechanism of the seat backrest of the third seat row may not have been installed in accordance with the specifications.
Remedy: Check the springs in the seat backrest of the 3rd seat row on the affected vehicles and replace the seat backrest if necessary.
The fixation of the trim bar at the rear door windows might not meet specifications
R/2022/283, launched 24 October 2022, 14,014 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the GLE
Defect: The fixation of the trim bar at the rear door windows might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Check the fixation of the trim bars on the rear door windows and rework them if necessary.
The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
R/2022/279, launched 30 September 2022, 218 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the M-Class (ML), R Class
Defect: The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
Remedy: Replace brake booster in vehicles that have not passed XENTRY test and require part replacement.
The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
R/2022/278, launched 30 September 2022, 6,442 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the M-Class (ML), R Class
Defect: The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
Remedy: Replace brake booster in vehicles that have not passed XENTRY test and require part replacement.
THE FUNCTION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER MIGHT BE AFFECTED DUE TO ADVANCED CORROSION IN THE JOINT AREA OF ITS HOUSING
R/2022/140, launched 24 May 2022, 1,631 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the M-Class (ML), R Class
Defect: The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
Remedy: Check the brake booster on the affected vehicles and - depending on the result of this inspection - replace it where necessary.
THE FUNCTION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER MIGHT BE AFFECTED DUE TO ADVANCED CORROSION IN THE JOINT AREA OF ITS HOUSING
R/2022/137, launched 24 May 2022, 31,666 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the M-Class (ML), R Class
Defect: The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
Remedy: Check the brake booster on the affected vehicles and - depending on the result of this inspection - replace it where necessary.
ENGINE CONTROL UNIT SOFTWARE TO BE UPDATED
R/2020/243, launched 6 October 2020, 994 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C-Class, CLS, E-Class, GLC, GLE, M-Class (ML), S-Class, SLK and SLC
Defect: Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
Remedy: Update the relevant control unit’s software and if necessary replace the NOx sensors.
THE FIXATION OF THE REAR DOOR WINDOWS TRIM BAR MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION
R/2019/341, launched 10 January 2020, 1,665 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the GLE
Defect: The fixation of the trim bar at the rear door windows might not meet specification.
Remedy: Check the fixation of the trim bars on the rear door windows and rework them if necessary.
SOFTWARE UPDATE REQUIRED TO IMPROVE EMISSIONS
R/2019/304, launched 17 October 2019, 7,681 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the E-Class, GLE
Defect: Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
Remedy: Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual. Check and replace NOx sensor if necessary.
TO ACHIEVE AN IMPROVEMENT IN THE EMISSIONS VIA SOFTWARE UPDATES
R/2019/256, launched 6 September 2019, 25,647 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CLS, E-Class, GLE, S-Class
Defect: Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
Remedy: Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual
REAR AXLE BRAKE CALIPER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATION
R/2018/226, launched 1 October 2018, 1,890 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the GLE
Defect: Hydrogen may be embedded in the piston material of rear brake calipers.
Remedy: Bleed the hydraulic brake system of the rear axle of affected vehicles.
OIL FOAM MAY DEVELOP IN THE ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM OIL RESERVOIR
R/2018/206, launched 24 August 2018, 1,303 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the GLE
Defect: It has been determined that on Model series ML/GLE GL/GLS (166) & GLE Coupe (292) with ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM (ACS) Oil foam may develop in the systems oil reservoir under dynamic operating conditions and at an oil level below the minimum level and escape via the ventilation bores in the cap of the reservoir. Depending on the orientation of the two ventilation bores the escaping oil could spray onto hot component parts of the exhaust system. In this case risk of fire cannot be ruled out.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the oil dipstick of the reservoir for the ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM.
STEERING POWER ASSIST MAY DEACTIVATE
R/2017/148, launched 18 August 2017, 5,121 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the E-Class, GLE
Defect: The connector on the electric power steering control unit may not be properly sealed against water entry. If water enters the control unit the power steering assistance can be lost. The steering assistance not working could increase the risk of collision.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the plug housing of the electric power steering.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Mercedes-Benz GLS, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.