2017 Mercedes-Benz GL550: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GL550: 2 recalls, 0 owner complaints.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #16V903000 · 2016 · 47,799 vehicles
What's wrong: The front passenger seat occupant classification system (ocs) calibration May be incorrect, and as a result, the system can incorrectly classify the occupant as a child seat, deactivating the front passenger air bag.
Why it matters: If the front passenger air bag does not deploy as necessary in the event of a crash, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the ocs software, free of charge.
Steering Vehicle recall #17V241000 · 2017 · 58,323 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2016 gle300d 4matic, e400 4matic coupe, gl63 amg, gle350, gle350 4matic, gle350d 4matic, gle400 4matic, gle43 amg coupe 4matic, gle550e 4matic, gle63 amg 4matic, gle63s amg 4matic and gle63s amg coupe 4matic vehicles, 2017 e300 4matic and gls63 amg 4matic vehicles, and 2016-2017 gl350 4matic bluetec, gl450 4matic, and gl550 4matic vehicles. The affected vehicles…
Why it matters: If water enters the power steering control unit, the power steering assist May be deactivated, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector and inspect the electric power steering rack, replacing the rack as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk are expected to…
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GL550 so far.
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GL550 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GL550. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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