repaired · 2023 Q4
Communication: auto crash notification
Risk. Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63, most often about the seats. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-787 the manufacturer reports only 78% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 2, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Seats1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Communication
Risk. An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Suspension: front
Risk. The leaking oil in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Doors: latch
Risk. If the door appears to be locked, the door may be unintentionally opened, increasing the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2018 Q4
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk. If water enters the power steering control unit, the power steering assist may be deactivated, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Latches/locks/linkages
Risk. In the event of a crash, if objects are not secured within the center console, they may strike the vehicle occupants, increasing their risk of injury.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Air bags: frontal
Risk. If the front passenger air bag does not deploy as necessary in the event of a crash, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other AMG GLS63 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the AMG GLS63 median. How we score
'17'18'19'20'21'22'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What AMG GLS63 owners report
Recent seats complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I was driving around and my [XXX] daughter was complaining that the seat was getting super hot. I told her to stop playing with the seat warmer she then replied she was not. I kept driving and then she again told me it was burning her so i pulled over and saw that her leg was super red and i saw…
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