2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class reliability
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class over 5 years — 3 per year. That is more complaints per year than most GLS-Class years here — over the median of the other years, which is 3. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Forward collision avoidance (5 of 16), then Electrical system (4) and Engine (3). Those filings include 2 that report a crash and 1 that reports a fire.
The 2021 GLS-Class has 37 complaints, 8 per year, and the 2023 has 10 complaints, 3 per year. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has more complaints per year than the 2023.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (16 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"I am writing to formally log an urgent Safety-Critical Incident Report regarding a complete brake system failure on my 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 (VIN: [XXX]). Incident Details: Date & Time：［XXX］ Vehicle Mileage:…"
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"I have been receiving errors that visibility is reduced. Lane departure system is not working and car has brake suddenly in moderate traffic despite not being close to vehicle ahead of me."
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"The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the roof of the vehicle. The vehicle was pulled over to the…"
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"Car has been auto braking even though there is nothing in front of the car. This is extremely dangerous and could lead to serious rear end collisions. There are many similar complaints on online forums and Mercedes (and…"
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"The vehicle caught fire while parked and running in the driveway of my home. There were no modifications, no accident, and no external cause. The fire occurred without warning and posed a serious safety risk to…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 24V-118 covers certain 2020-2023 GLE 450 and GLS 450 vehicles: the transmission may not fully downshift in certain conditions, causing the engine to stall. The campaign lists 105,071 vehicles across those models; dealers update the transmission control-unit software. Recall 23V-178 covers certain 2022-2023 GLS450, GLS580, Maybach GLS600, and related GLE/AMG models: rear door window trim bars may detach (70,225 vehicles). Dealers inspect and secure the trim bars.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class reliable?
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class over 5 years — 3 per year. That is more complaints per year than most GLS-Class years here — over the median of the other years, which is 3. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class?
The complaints owners file most often name Forward collision avoidance (5 of 16), then Electrical system (4) and Engine (3). Those filings include 2 that report a crash and 1 that reports a fire.
Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2021 GLS-Class has 37 complaints, 8 per year, and the 2023 has 10 complaints, 3 per year. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has more complaints per year than the 2023.
Has the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class?
Owners have filed 16 complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class with NHTSA.
What oil does a Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class take?
X166 GLS 450 lists 0W-30/0W-40/5W-30/5W-40 (~7.4 qt); X167 GLS 450 lists 0W-40 or 5W-40 (~9 qt). Verify the MB sheet on the container.
What does recall 24V-118 cover on the GLS?
Certain 2020-2023 GLE 450 and GLS 450 vehicles: the transmission may not fully downshift in certain situations—see the NHTSA campaign for the remedy.
Which GLS generations does this site track?
X166 (2016-2019) and X167 (2020-on).