Most common 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 problems
Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mercedes-Benz GLS450 complaints by model year
Best GLS450 years: 2023, 2022. Years to avoid: 2020, 2024, 2021. Compare all years →
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 recalls (1)
Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices › Interior
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 GLE 350 4MATIC, 2025 GLE 450e 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC Coupe, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC Coupe, AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC Coupe, and AMG GLS 63 4MATIC vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the windshield and reinstall the multi-purpose camera and rearview mirror, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025.
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged hybrid | 9-speed automatic | AWD | 19 / 24 / 21 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 a good car?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2025 GLS450 rates average: 1.4× as many complaints as a typical year of the GLS450 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS450?
The brakes — 2 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (2) and engine & cooling (1).
How many recalls does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 have?
There is 1 recall for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS450, the most recent from May 30, 2025 (interior). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz GLS450?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2023 and 2022. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2020, 2024 and 2021. See the full Mercedes-Benz GLS450 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 10,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.