repaired · 2026 Q1
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATICProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 17 owner complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC, most often about the forward collision avoidance. It is covered by 10 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-118 the manufacturer reports only 80% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 29, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC has problems
17 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Forward collision avoidance
4Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
4Power train2 crash/fire/injury
3Engine1 crash/fire/injury
3Vehicle speed control
2Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
2Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
1Lane departure
1Visibility
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 1 |
| Power train | 4 | 2 |
| Engine | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 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.
10 recalls
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC 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 · 2025 Q4
Control module: software
Risk. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2025 Q1
Structure: body
Risk. Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Steering: critical fasteners
Risk. A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Seats: mid/rear assembly
Risk. A seat with a seatback lock failure may not properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Structure: body
Risk. Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Communication: auto crash notification
Risk. A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency…
repaired · 2024 Q2
Wiring: interior/under dash
Risk. An overheated electrical cable can increase the risk of a fire.
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
2022 vs. every other GLS 450 4MATIC 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 GLS 450 4MATIC median. How we score
'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What GLS 450 4MATIC owners report
Recent forward collision avoidance complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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.
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 their lawyers) do nothing. Link to video: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT…
The car has on 5+ occasions had the collision avoidance system shut down (photos of dash showing this are available and have been shared with the dealer). There were no weather incident at the time. Lane following........ same type of thing also shared with dealer. Most disturbing is on multiple…
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