repaired · 2021 Q1
Communication
Risk. An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
2014 Mercedes-Benz GL550Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 10 owner complaints about the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL550, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 3 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 August 12, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL550 has problems
10 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Suspension
2Engine
2Steering
1Seat belts
1Seats
1Service brakes
1Electrical system
1Wheels
1Engine and engine cooling
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2014 Mercedes-Benz GL550 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 · 2019 Q4
Suspension: front
Risk. The leaking oil in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Child seat: latch strap
Risk. Without the use of the lower anchor points, a child restraint may be insufficiently or improperly anchored to the seat, increasing the risk of injury to the…
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
2014 vs. every other GL550 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 GL550 median. How we score
'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What GL550 owners report
Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle was parked on the driveway, brake sign came on upon start and system malfunction error showed on screen, vehicle started lowering automatically and Air compressor stopped working.
I recently purchased my Mercedes from Auto Boutique in Pearland, Texas [PHONE]. 1.The vehicle's air suspension system is constantly grinding, and moving/adjusting while being driven. It feels like the vehicles fame is off balance. 2. The back camera system does not work unless the radio is turned…
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