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2009 Mercedes-Benz Gl350 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz Gl350 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2009 compare to other Gl350 years?

Gl350 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 highlighted25 complaints2009: 1 complaints2010: 22 complaints2011: 25 complaints2012: 23 complaints2013: 12 complaints2014: 7 complaints2015: 7 complaints2016: 5 complaints2017: 1 complaints
Gl350 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2009 Mercedes-Benz Gl350 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission1100%

Does the 2009 Mercedes-Benz Gl350 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V298000BrakesApril 26, 2024 · 15,604 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML, GL, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.

Consequence

Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MMUSA's number for this recall is 2024050001/2. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-315.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The car has started not shifting normally. It can get stuck in gear. So, you may pull to a stop sign and not be able to move because it’s stuck in 4th. What makes this really dangerous is that it will randomly shift into neutral. This can be on a shoulder-less two lane highway (this has happened)…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · April 12, 2022

2009 Mercedes-Benz Gl350 — common questions

Is the 2009 Mercedes-Benz Gl350 reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2009 Mercedes-Benz Gl350 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2009 Mercedes-Benz Gl350. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mercedes-Benz Gl350 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Gl350 years to avoid are 2011, 2012. The cleanest record among Gl350 years belongs to 2017.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.