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Mercedes-Benz GL-Class by model year
We have EPA fuel economy for 2 model years of the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class (2015–2016). The 2016 model is rated 14–19 mpg combined. Across these years NHTSA's file lists 7 different recall campaigns.
Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026
Compare Mercedes-Benz GL-Class years
Pick a year for trim-by-trim fuel economy, every recall with its remedy, the components owners complain about most and NHTSA crash-test scores.
| Model year | Versions | EPA combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 GL-Class | 3 | 14–19 mpg | 7 | 20 | — |
| 2015 GL-Class | 3 | 14–19 mpg | 3 | 34 | — |
Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov (DOE/EPA). Recalls and complaints: NHTSA files. A dash means we could not match that year to NHTSA records by name or no rating is published.
Complaint counts grow as a model ages, so older years usually show more complaints than newer ones.
What the numbers mean
EPA combined is the Environmental Protection Agency's blended city and highway estimate from standardized lab tests; ranges cover all engines and drivetrains sold that year. Recalls counts NHTSA safety recall campaigns that name that model year. Complaints counts unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA since 2015. Overall rating is the best NHTSA 5-Star score among the tested versions.
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Latest Mercedes-Benz GL-Class recalls
The most recent recall campaigns covering any Mercedes-Benz GL-Class year we list. Open a model year for the full description and remedy.
- 19V787000 — Communication, reported Nov 1, 2019; model years 2015, 2016
- 18V272000 — Suspension: Front, reported Apr 27, 2018; model years 2015, 2016
- 17V241000 — Steering: Electric power assist system, reported Apr 11, 2017; model years 2016
- 17V177000 — Electrical system: Software, reported Mar 14, 2017; model years 2016
- 17V081000 — Suspension: Front: Control arm: Upper arm, reported Feb 8, 2017; model years 2016
- 16V903000 — Air bags: Sensor: Occupant classification, reported Dec 15, 2016; model years 2016
- 16V900000 — Power train: Axle assembly: Axle shaft, reported Dec 14, 2016; model years 2015, 2016
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether your car is affected with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Sources
- FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
- NHTSA recall and consumer complaint flat files, dated Oct 27, 2026; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
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