2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 14%of 37 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 88,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the suspension of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450, 14% of the 37 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 88,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“When activation of the suspension lift system. Compressor is cooling then a malfunction message appears on the screen. Vehicle shakes violently in the rear up and down at low and high speeds and over any small bumps in the road. This concerns me for the safety of other owners whom may have the same problem. 2013 mercedes benz gl 450 is the model I own currently and ive been having this problem for the past 3 months and I'm almost scared to drive it for fear of something catostrophic happening. Please look into this problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #11364349, filed 2020-10, 100,456 miles“Upon acceleration after a complete stop there are several seconds of hesitation to accelerate and loud clicking sounds that neighboring cars can hear. After doing online research, this issue is not limited to GL450. Other owners have expressed the same concern in other models: 2008 c300, 2009 c300, 2015 c300, 07 GL450, 03 GL450.”
NHTSA complaint #11235020, filed 2019-07, 88,000 miles“The contact owns a 2013 mercedes benz GL450. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the rear section would bounce up and down violently due to a faulty rear air suspension. In addition, an electrical burning odor was present inside the vehicle and the arm rest was extremely hot to the touch. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 87,500.”
NHTSA complaint #11209653, filed 2019-05, 87,500 miles“Driver's side tire continues to leak air - note low tire pressure even with new tire replacement. Airmatic Suspension failure. Rear airbag suspension airbag. Compression also failed. Several complaints to dealer advising the car was bouncing up and down while in drive. Took vehicle to the shop with suspension complaints at the end of April 2021. We were told they did not find an issue with suspension but saw an issue with the sway bar. This cost $549.00. …”
NHTSA complaint #11420287, filed 2021-06“Unknown:The road adaptive tire pressure sensors are off and the air suspension is malfunctions.At the cost of this model I would expected a little more class of safety measures.”
NHTSA complaint #11456392, filed 2022-03Related recalls
- 18V272000Apr 27, 2018Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML350 Bluetec 4Matic and ML550 4Matic, 2012-2015 ML63 AMG 4Matic and ML350 4Matic, 2013-2016…Covers: Mercedes-Benz GL450 2013–2016, ML350 2012–2015, AMG ML63 2012–2015 +13 more
Related service bulletins
- 11035003Jul 8, 2026Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements and/or Creaking/crackling noises from the area of the wheel…
- 11034932Jul 7, 2026Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements and/or Creaking/crackling noises from the area of the wheel…
- 11032599May 12, 2026Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements and/or Creaking/crackling noises from the area of the wheel…
- 11013183Jan 28, 2025Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements. Sound file attached for comparison. NOTE: Steering…
- 11008070Sep 26, 2024Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements. Sound file attached for comparison. NOTE: Steering…
- 10053823Oct 16, 2012Xentry (mercedes): on some vehicles, the front axle has creaking or cracking noises in area of wheel bearings whenever maneuvering or turning corners. Models 166, 231 (ml350…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 | 8% |
| 2015 | 3 | 17% |
| 2014 | 1 | 5% |
| 2013 | 5 | 14% |
| 2012 | 7 | 15% |
| 2011 | 9 | 16% |
| 2010 | 5 | 12% |
| 2009 | 3 | 20% |
| 2008 | 15 | 27% |
| 2007 | 11 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450
9 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology