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SuspensionPart report

2011 Mercedes-Benz GL350 Suspension Problems

Complaints
2about this part
Share
9%of 23 total for the year
Median mileage
79,255miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the suspension of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL350, 9% of the 23 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 79,255 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Getting message malfunctioning and compressor cooling down even though changing front struts and making roaring noise when car is idle, and burnt smell inside car.”

NHTSA complaint #11040004, filed 2017-10, 79,255 miles

“Malfunction with the air suspension. The vehicle is currently lowered and will not rise which is causing the tires to sit in a bent position and a horrible ride. The tires appear that they will detach from vehicle which is a safety risk for myself and others. After repairs from someone who presented themselves as a certified Mercedes’ mechanic, the issues still exist. The problems first existed about a year and a half ago, about 6 months after purchasing. I am making payments on a vehicle I am unable to safely drive or use for travel with my family. …”

NHTSA complaint #11474695, filed 2022-07

Suspension: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2013114%
201129%

Other parts of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL350

Air bags
9 complaints
Engine
6 complaints
Brakes
4 complaints
Back-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaints
Other or unknown
1 complaints
Seat belts
1 complaints
Steering
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL350

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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