2023 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 580 Complaints and Recall Information

The 2023 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 580 has 1 complaint and 38 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to exterior components detaching while driving.

Common Issues

• Rear door trim detachment. The rear door window trim on the driver’s side detached while the vehicle was traveling at highway speed.

The GLS 580 is subject to 38 recalls covering various systems including electrical wiring, fuel delivery, and body structure components. These recalls address potential safety hazards such as fire risk, loss of drive power, and parts detaching from the vehicle.

Recalls

• Electrical wiring ground connection. NHTSA recall 24V207000 affects 116,020 vehicles. The 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may overheat if improperly secured, increasing fire risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten the ground connection free of charge.
• Fuel pump shutdown. NHTSA recall 23V445000 covers 143,551 vehicles. The fuel pump may shut down causing loss of drive power, raising crash risk. Dealers will replace the fuel pump at no cost.
• Rear door window trim bars. NHTSA recall 23V178000 involves 70,225 vehicles. Rear door window trim bars may detach causing road hazards and crash risk. Dealers will inspect and secure trim bars free of charge.
• Expanded fuel pump recall. NHTSA recall 23V880000 applies to 79,676 vehicles. The fuel pump may shut down leading to loss of drive power and increased crash risk. This recall expands on 23V445000. Dealers will replace the fuel pump free of charge with phased owner notifications.

Owners dealing with repeated repairs, unresolved recall issues, or safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a consumer protection attorney can help clarify available remedies.