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2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Other or unknown Problems

Complaints
7about this part
Share
28%of 25 total for the year
Median mileage
2,255miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, 28% of the 25 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 2,255 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.

“Backup safety alert system design is inadequate. Exterior sensors are insensitive or erratic, warning buzzer is faint-to-inaudible, especially if there is other ambient noise such as radio playing, and warning buzzer sound level is not adjustable. Warning lights that are coupled to the audible alert are remote from the driver, not visible without turning driver's body around 180 degrees, which is not possible for many drivers. …”

NHTSA complaint #11204094, filed 2019-04, 10 miles

“The AC/Heating control unit failed prematurely at 40,000 miles, causing a complete loss of cabin heat and windshield defrosting capabilities. This creates a severe visibility and driving hazard in freezing weather, and risks the safety of a dependent child with high medical vulnerabilities.”

NHTSA complaint #11774007, filed 2026-10

“Vehicle triggered into limp mode while driving, Braking Assist Disabled, Traction Control Disable, Sound System Disabled. Sent to dealership for repairs. Dealer found water pooled in the passenger side footwell. Estimation 10-20k to fix vehicle. Matching the exact details of the recall issued against 2020-2021 Mercredes Benze GLS450. Water forms as a typical byproduct of a car’s air conditioning system and is diverted away from the car down to the ground through a drain hose. …”

NHTSA complaint #11597427, filed 2024-06

“factory equiped jack lift failed, bearing and ring ejected and vehicle fall on the ground, contacted manufactory, and Mercedes indicated they probably can replace a new jack but no more action they will take, the vehicle has a gross weight about 6400lbs, and with air suspension, the vehicle will need to be lift higher than normal in order to replace tire, the jack lift is obviously not hold the pressue that make it a serious safety concern, Mercedes should look into it not just drop the ball.”

NHTSA complaint #11488667, filed 2022-10

“The panoramic sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving down the road. The glass blew out from the inside out. There didn't appear to be any issues with the sunroof before this. As far as safety, just the noise of the explosion was enough to surprise the driver causing a jerking of the steering wheel into the opposite lane of traffic which could have caused a head on collision. If the sunroof shade would have been open, the glass would have came down the drivers and passengers as they were going down the road. Saying this was distracting is an understatement. …”

NHTSA complaint #11699347, filed 2025-11

Related service bulletins

Other or unknown: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2021826%
2020411%
2019728%
201817%
2017720%

Other parts of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450

Electrical system
4 complaints
Engine
3 complaints
Engine cooling
3 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
3 complaints
Air bags
2 complaints
Back-over prevention (rear camera)
2 complaints
Brakes
2 complaints
Body and structure
2 complaints
Suspension
2 complaints
Fuel system
1 complaints
Steering
1 complaints
Tires
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450

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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