2012 Mercedes-Benz GL450 vs 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL450 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 45 | 37 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 75 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 36,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz GL450 | Mercedes-Benz GL450 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 21 | 2 |
| Suspension | 7 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 8 |
| Engine | 0 | 9 |
| Power Train | 5 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2012 Mercedes-Benz GL450
2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.