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Mercedes-Benz GLS recalls

DVSA has published 19 safety recalls that name the Mercedes-Benz GLS since 2017, 13 of them since 2020. Between them they cover at least 109,570 UK vehicles of this model.

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  1. GLE, GLS · srpc2509 – mounting of multi-purpose camera & interior mirror

    1 Jul 2025 · R/2025/217

    Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain GLE/GLS (167 platform) and GLC (254 platform) vehicles the bonding of the multi-purpose camera and/or the interior mirror on the windscreen might not meet specifications.

    Fix: As a precautionary measure Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the windscreen on the affected vehicles.

    1 vehicle · built 3 Sep 2024 to 3 Sep 2024

  2. GLE, GLS · srpc2405 - bolting of 48v ground connection

    23 Apr 2024 · R/2024/173

    On affected vehicles the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat might have come loose.

    Fix: Check the bolting of the ground connection and correct it if necessary.

    218 vehicles · built 28 Oct 2019 to 20 Dec 2022

  3. GLE, GLS · srpc 2402 - downshift operation transmission software

    25 Mar 2024 · R/2024/131

    On certain vehicles the software of the transmission control unit might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Update the transmission control unit software on the affected vehicles.

    1,708 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2018 to 28 Mar 2023

  4. C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, GL, GLC, GLE, GLK, GLS, ML, S-CLASS · on affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.

    20 Feb 2023 · R/2023/023

    On affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.

    Fix: Replace the steering gear mounting bolts on the affected vehicles with steel bolts. Should the bolts break or already be broken change the steering gear.

    51,251 vehicles · built 21 Sep 2011 to 2 Feb 2017

  5. GLS · the springs in the locking mechanism of the seat backrest of the third seat row may not have been installed in accordance with the specifications

    11 Nov 2022 · R/2022/309

    The springs in the locking mechanism of the seat backrest of the third seat row may not have been installed in accordance with the specifications.

    Fix: Check the springs in the seat backrest of the 3rd seat row on the affected vehicles and replace the seat backrest if necessary.

    1,088 vehicles · built 20 Jun 2019 to 10 Jun 2022

  6. GLE, GLS · the fixation of the trim bar at the rear door windows might not meet specifications

    24 Oct 2022 · R/2022/283

    The fixation of the trim bar at the rear door windows might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Check the fixation of the trim bars on the rear door windows and rework them if necessary.

    14,014 vehicles · built 27 Jul 2019 to 21 Jan 2023

  7. A CLASS, E-CLASS, GLE, GLS · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

    1 Dec 2021 · R/2021/108

    The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

    • E-CLASS: 7 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • GLE/GLS: 7 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • A CLASS: 7 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

  8. A CLASS, A CLASS (177), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA, CLS, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS, GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

    13 May 2021 · R/2021/110

    The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

    • A CLASS: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • B CLASS(242): 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • CLS: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • SLK/SLC: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • A CLASS (177): 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • EQC: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • B CLASS (246): 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • E-CLASS: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • CLA: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • AMG GT: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • E-CLASS COUPE: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • AMG GT COUPE: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • S-CLASS: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • GLA: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • GLE/GLS: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • G CLASS: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • SL CLASS: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • GLE COUPE: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • GLC: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • C-CLASS: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • B CLASS/GLA/GLB: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • S-CLASS: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
    • M/GLE/GL/GLS-CLASS: 108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

  9. A CLASS, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, E-CLASS, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, S-CLASS, SLC, SLK · the communication module may be deactivated

    30 Mar 2021 · R/2021/082

    The communication module may be deactivated

    Fix: Carry out a check of the configuration of the communication module on affected vehicles and if necessary activate the communication module.

    • CLA: 24 vehicles · built 3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
    • GLA: 24 vehicles · built 3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
    • B CLASS: 24 vehicles · built 3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
    • B CLASS/GLA/GLB: 24 vehicles · built 3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
    • GLC: 24 vehicles · built 3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
    • C-CLASS: 24 vehicles · built 3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
    • A CLASS: 24 vehicles · built 3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
    • SLK/SLC: 24 vehicles · built 3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
    • E-CLASS: 24 vehicles · built 3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
    • GLE/GLS: 24 vehicles · built 3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
    • S-CLASS: 24 vehicles · built 3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020

  10. GLE, GLS · the dashboard might not meet the specifications

    24 Mar 2021 · R/2021/075

    The dashboard might not meet specifications

    Fix: Replace the dashboard on the affected vehicles.

    7 vehicles · built 24 Jan 2019 to 12 Nov 2019

  11. C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLC, GLE, GLS · the high voltage wiring harness shield may not permanently withstand the electrical loads that are induced under certain driving profiles

    2 Dec 2020 · R/2020/334

    The shield for the high-voltage wiring harness may not permanently withstand the electrical loads that are induced under certain driving profiles

    Fix: Replace the high-voltage wiring harness on the affected vehicles

    • C-CLASS: 2,377 vehicles · built 15 Jan 2018 to 29 Feb 2020
    • GLC: 2,377 vehicles · built 15 Jan 2018 to 29 Feb 2020
    • GLE/GLS: 2,377 vehicles · built 15 Jan 2018 to 29 Feb 2020
    • E-CLASS: 2,377 vehicles · built 15 Jan 2018 to 29 Feb 2020

  12. C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS, ML, S-CLASS, SLC, SLK · engine control unit software to be updated

    6 Oct 2020 · R/2020/243

    Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.

    Fix: Update the relevant control unit�s software and if necessary replace the NOx sensors.

    994 vehicles · built 8 Nov 2011 to 31 May 2018

  13. GLE, GLS · the fixation of the rear door windows trim bar may not meet specification

    10 Jan 2020 · R/2019/341

    The fixation of the trim bar at the rear door windows might not meet specification.

    Fix: Check the fixation of the trim bars on the rear door windows and rework them if necessary.

    1,665 vehicles · built 18 Oct 2018 to 27 Sep 2019

  14. E-CLASS, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS · software update required to improve emissions

    17 Oct 2019 · R/2019/304

    Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.

    Fix: Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual. Check and replace NOx sensor if necessary.

    7,681 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2013 to 30 Nov 2017

  15. CLS, E-CLASS, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS, S-CLASS · to achieve an improvement in the emissions via software updates

    6 Sep 2019 · R/2019/256

    Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.

    Fix: Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual

    25,647 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2012 to 30 Nov 2017

  16. GLE, GLS · rear axle brake caliper may not have been manufactured according to specification

    1 Oct 2018 · R/2018/226

    Hydrogen may be embedded in the piston material of rear brake calipers.

    Fix: Bleed the hydraulic brake system of the rear axle of affected vehicles.

    1,890 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2018 to 30 Jun 2018

  17. GL, GLE, GLS · oil foam may develop in the active curve system oil reservoir

    24 Aug 2018 · R/2018/206

    It has been determined that on Model series ML/GLE GL/GLS (166) & GLE Coupe (292) with ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM (ACS) Oil foam may develop in the systems oil reservoir under dynamic operating conditions and at an oil level below the minimum level and escape via the ventilation bores in the cap of the reservoir. Depending on the orientation of the two ventilation bores the escaping oil could spray onto hot component parts of the exhaust system. In this case risk of fire cannot be ruled out.

    Fix: On affected vehicles replace the oil dipstick of the reservoir for the ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM.

    • GL/GLS: 1,303 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2010 to 30 Jun 2016
    • GLE: 1,303 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2010 to 30 Jun 2016

  18. GLC COUPE, GLE, GLS · bonding of the windshield may be inadequate

    21 Feb 2018 · R/2018/046

    The bonding of the windshield in the lower area may not correspond to the specification. During a collision the bonding may fail and the windscreen may detach. This could have an adverse affect on the effectiveness of the passenger airbag.

    Fix: On affected vehicles check bonding and if necessary replace windscreen.

    • GLC COUPE: 2 vehicles
    • GLE/GLS: 2 vehicles

  19. E-CLASS, GLE, GLS · steering power assist may deactivate

    18 Aug 2017 · R/2017/148

    The connector on the electric power steering control unit may not be properly sealed against water entry. If water enters the control unit the power steering assistance can be lost. The steering assistance not working could increase the risk of collision.

    Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the plug housing of the electric power steering.

    5,121 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2015 to 30 Jun 2016

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Source: DVSA recalls register, check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk, copy dated 6 Sep 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. A recall is listed here when DVSA names this model in it; the build dates on each recall say which cars it covers, and a registration check confirms your own.