2007 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 5%of 115 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 51,250miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the body and structure of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL450, 5% of the 115 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 51,250 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“I turned on my 2007 mercedes GL450 in my driveway to warm it up and 1 minute later the horn continually went off. I turned the car off and the horn continued. Smoke began from the passenger rear tail light, then a flame. 911 was called the moment we saw smoke. Within seconds the back seat was engulfed in flames and then the entire car. The flames were as high as my 2 story home. There is nothing left of this car. The amount of broken glass from all the windows blowing out down my driveway is unbelievable.”
NHTSA complaint #10558873, filed 2014-01, 65,000 miles“The contact owns a 2007 mercedes benz GL450. The contact stated that the plastic jack holder had fractured and caused the vehicle to drop to the ground while it was elevated. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 70,000. Updated 09/18/13 the dealer agreed the design was flawed, but mercedes was not had not issued a recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10514783, filed 2013-06, 70,000 miles“The contact owns a 2007 mercedes GL450. The contact was attempting to turn into a parking lot when the vehicle exhibited an unusual clanking noise. The steering wheel then locked unexpectedly. The contact stated there was a large amount of power steering fluid leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for repairs. In addition, the contact stated that there were numerous issues with the controls for the front power seats. The rear passenger door would not close correctly and the manufacturer attempted to repair the doors several times to no avail. …”
NHTSA complaint #10351225, filed 2010-08, 37,500 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The contact stated that the SRS warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while the dealer was servicing the air suspension strut failures, the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle had sustained severe water damage. The dealer informed the contact that the water had leaked from the sunroof through the headliner and onto the floor. The dealer informed the contact the water leak had caused mold on the headliner, and mold and corrosion on the floor, where the battery and electrical wires were located. …”
NHTSA complaint #11623956, filed 2024-11Related service bulletins
- 11038217Sep 14, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11036101Aug 6, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11009122Oct 23, 2024Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump…
- 10171637Jan 14, 2020Retrofitted front door exit lamps with logo projection flicker
- 10028664Jan 12, 2009Mercedes: a nonfunctional blower motor (blower motor runs continuously) or water drops in front passenger footwell after engine wash. Caused by an insufficient sealing of…
- 10025647Mar 7, 2008Water entry into vehicle interior for all model 164 vehicles.
Body and structure: other model years
Other parts of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL450
39 complaintsElectrical system
27 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsSuspension
11 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsEquipment
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL450
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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