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2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Latches, locks and linkages Problems

Complaints
1about this part
Share
5%of 21 total for the year
Median mileage
124,315miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450, 5% of the 21 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 124,315 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.

“The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary, she noticed moisture inside the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle filled up with water while it was raining. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic, who stated that the rear hatch was faulty and allowed water to enter the vehicle, but no leaks were found. The independent mechanic had to replace the rubber casing on the rear door hatch, the electrical wiring, and replace the floor carpet. The vehicle was repaired. …”

NHTSA complaint #11429432, filed 2021-08, 124,315 miles

Latches, locks and linkages: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
201618%
201415%
200812%
200733%

Other parts of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450

Engine
7 complaints
Electrical system
3 complaints
Other or unknown
3 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaints
Brakes
2 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
2 complaints
Exterior lighting
1 complaints
Lane departure
1 complaints
Seats
1 complaints
Body and structure
1 complaints
Suspension
1 complaints
Wheels
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2014 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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