Car-and-Safety.com
Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 Safety Reports and Reviews
Mercedes Benz Gl320 Reports
|
The following Mercedes Benz Gl320 safety reports were submitted by consumers. This information can help keep you and your loved ones safe by understanding what problems can occur and what you can do about them. If a safety-related defect exists in a motor vehicle, the manufacture must provide a remedy at no cost to the owner. |
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 Steering
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Steering Report #10393647
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 04, 2011.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with STEERING . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCEDES BENZ GL320. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND MAKING A TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP AND THE POWER STEERING STOPPED FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. THE CONTACT RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND THE POWER STEERING FUNCTIONED. THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT OF RECALL 08V682000 (STEERING: HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM). THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 79,000. .Mileage was 79000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4JGBF22E98A. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in ALLEN, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 Traction Control System
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Traction Control System Report #10434589
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2011.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM . 2008 MERCEDES BENZ GL320. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO A DEFECTIVE TRACTION CONTROL MODULE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE PART IN QUESTION IS FOR THE 4-WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES MADE IN THE U.S. ACCORDING TO THE DEALER, THE PART HAS BEEN REVISED SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY HAVE ISSUES WITH THE UNIT FAILING. EVEN THOUGH THE PART IS FAULTY NEW, IT IS BEING REPLACED OFTEN. MERCEDES HAS GIVEN THE CONSUMER DIFFERENT STORIES ABOUT THE PART AND DENIED THE PART NUMBER HAS ONE OF THE DIGITS CODES SHOWING THE NUMBER OF CHANGES. *JB .Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in SEQUIM, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL.
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 Steering
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Steering Report #10462580
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 21, 2011.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with STEERING . POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK. WAS TOLD IT WAS A LEAK AT THE RACK AND WOULD COST OVER $1000 TO REPLACE. I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF A STEERING RACK LEAKING AFTER LESS THAN 65000 MILES. SOUNDS LIKE MANUFACTURING ERROR AND SHOULD BE REPAIRED BY THE MANUFACTURER. *TT.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 64000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4JGBF22E98A. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in ENTERPRISE, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Steering Report #10465738
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 18, 2012.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. had a problem with STEERING . I FOUND FLUID UNDER MY VEHICLE ON THE FLOOR OF MY GARAGE. I AM SENDING THIS BECAUSE I HAVE BEEN TOLD BY BOTH THE MANUFACTURER AND THE DEALER THAT THIS IS THE RESULT OF A DEFECT. I CHECKED AND THERE WERE RECALLS BUT MY VEHICLE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THERE WERE ALSO SERVICE BULLETINS WHICH WERE NOT CALLED TO MY ATTENTION MBUSA REP ADMITTED DEFECT ,WAS SYMPATHETIC BUT SAID HE WOULD MAKE A NOTE OF IT, BUT THAT WAS ALL. DEALER DID GRANT ME A "GOOD WILL" DISCOUNT,BUT MY COST WAS $600.00 FOR A REPAIR THAT HAS BEEN ENDEMIC.MY WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED AFTER 48 MONTHS , BUT ONLY 25817 MILES. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 25820 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4JGBF22E08A. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in MARANA, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 Fuel System, Diesel
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Fuel System, Diesel Report #10549631
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 13, 2013.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL . THERE IS A FUEL LEAK AROUND THE FILTER NEAR THE HEATING ELEMENT. SOUNDS LIKE THE DESCRIPTION OF A RECALL WITH THE 2011 AND 2012 MODELS. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4JGBF22E38A. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in BROUSSARD, LA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL.
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 Seats
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Seats Report #10550102
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2013.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. had a problem with SEATS . THIRD ROW SEAT WOULD NOT LOCK IN POSITION, EITHER UP FOR SEATING OR DOWN FOR CARGO. THE LACK OF LOCKING EFFECTED THE MOTOR WHICH RAISES AND LOWERS THE SEAT TO LOCK POSITION. DEALER AND/OR MFG. CLAIMED THE SEAT FRAME IS PRONE TO BENDING. I HAD TO PAY TO HAVE IT FIXED. WHEN I NOTED THIS SOUNDS LIKE A SAFETY ISSUE THEY OFFERED TO PAY 75% FOR THE PART AND DISCOUNT ON LABOR. *TR .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 77500 miles. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in SEWICKLEY, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 Fuel/propulsion System
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Fuel/propulsion System Report #10565953
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 24, 2014.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . DIESEL FUEL LEAKING ON ROADWAY FROM FILTER. SIMILAR TO MODEL YEARS 2010-2012 RECALL. FUEL IS FOUND WHEN PARKED DRIPPING FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT. DIESEL SMELL IN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 32100 miles. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in DALY CITY, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 Steering
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Steering Report #10584545
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 12, 2012.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. had a problem with STEERING . STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. CAR STALLED AND WAS ALMOST REAR- ENDED. GOT TO SIDE OF ROAD SOME FLUID, RESTARTED AFTER 20 MINUTES. WHEN RESTARTED WEIRD NOISE WHEN TURNING BUT CLOSE TO DEALER. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 74545 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4JGBF22E58A. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in DOYLESTOWN, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Steering Report #10584546
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 18, 2013.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. had a problem with STEERING . COMING HOME FROM WORK STEERING STARTED ACTING FUNNY AND MAKING WEIRD NOISES. PULLED IN GARAGE AND FLUIDS ALL OVER FLOOR. TOOK TO DEALER - HAD TO REPLACE RACK AND PINION STEERING UNIT FOR THE SECOND TIME. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 81981 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4JGBF22E58A. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in DOYLESTOWN, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 Engine
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Engine Report #10584547
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 18, 2014.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. had a problem with ENGINE . SMOKE STARTED SPEWING FROM FRONT OF CAR - COULD NOT SEE AND PULLED OFF. OIL CAP DEFECTIVE - SHORTED OUT ALTERNATOR. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 96562 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4JGBF22E58A. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in DOYLESTOWN, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 Power Train
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Power Train Report #10584547
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 18, 2014.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . SMOKE STARTED SPEWING FROM FRONT OF CAR - COULD NOT SEE AND PULLED OFF. OIL CAP DEFECTIVE - SHORTED OUT ALTERNATOR. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 96562 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4JGBF22E58A. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in DOYLESTOWN, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 Suspension
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Suspension Report #10584552
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 22, 2012.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . OCT OF 2012 RIGHT FRONT AIR SUSPENSION COMPONENT WENT OUT - HAD TO REPLACE. NOVEMBER 2012 LEFT FRONT AIR SUSPENSION WENT OUT - HAD TO REPLACE THAT. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 73900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4JGBF22E58A. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in DOYLESTOWN, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 Seats
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Seats Report #10596661
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 24, 2014.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. had a problem with SEATS . I WAS PARKED IN A PARKING LOT GETTING INTO THE CAR AND THE PASSENGER SIDE ADAPTIVE HEAD REST RELEASED. THIS IS DESIGNED TO PREVENT WHIPLASH BUT DEPENDING ON THE FORCE IT RELEASED AT (IT'S MECHANICAL NOT AN AIRBAG) IT COULD CAUSE INJURY. THE VEHICLE SMELLED AS IF AN ELECTRICAL COMPONENT HAD MELTED. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHERE I WAS TOLD THERE WAS A SHORT IN THE WIRING IN THE FRONT SEAT THAT TRIGGERED THE MALFUNCTION. THE SEAT HAS TO BE REMOVED AND THE HEAD REST HAS TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $1980. THE SEAT IS A 10 WAY POWER SEAT BUT IT SHOULD BE DESIGNED TO MOVE WITHOUT SHORTING THE ELECTRONICS. HAD THIS GONE OFF WHILE UNDERWAY WITH A PASSENGER RESTING THEIR HEAD AGAINST THE SEAT IT COULD HAVE CAUSED INJURY. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4JGBF22E78A. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in DULUTH, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 Steering
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 Steering Report #10677044
MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 16, 2015.MERCEDES BENZ GL320 2008, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. had a problem with STEERING . I WAS MAKING LEFT HAND TURN, SUDDENLY THE POWER STEERING ASSIST FAILED AND IT WAS IMPOSSIBLE TO STEER THE VEHICLE TO BRING IT TO SAFETY. THIS HAPPENED JUST PRIOR TO US ENTERING THE FREEWAY. IF WE WERE TO ENTER THE FREEWAY AND THIS FAILURE WOULD OCCUR ON THE FREEWAY, WE WOULD END UP IN A CRASH. WE CONTACTED MERCEDES. THEY SENT A TOW TRUCK AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BEVERLY HILLS MERCEDES. WE CONTACTED MERCEDES USA TO INFORM THEM OF THE INCIDENT. THEIR CUSTOMER SERVICE CALLED US BACK AND STATED THAT EVEN THOUGH THE POWER STEERING FAILED WE SHOULD HAD BEEN ABLE TO MANEUVER THE CAR TO SAFETY ( WHICH WE WERE NOT ABLE TO DO). MB REPRESENTATIVE DID NOT GIVE US ANY ASSURANCES THAT THE UNDERLYING PROBLEM OF THE VEHICLE BEING UNSAFE IN CASE OF POWER STEERING FAILURE WILL OR CAN BE ADDRESSED SINCE THIS WAS THE WAY THE VEHICLE WAS DESIGNED. WE HAVE 4 LITTLE KIDS AND WE FEEL IT IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE THIS TYPE OF THE VEHICLE WITH THIS STEERING DESIGN DEFECT. THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF MERCEDES GLS ON A ROAD. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 53000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4JGBF22E18A. Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 problem was reported in BEVERLY HILLS, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.
Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 Systems
|
Engine 1 Review(s) Fuel System, Diesel 1 Review(s) Fuel/propulsion System 1 Review(s) Power Train 1 Review(s) Seats 2 Review(s) Steering 6 Review(s) Suspension 1 Review(s) Traction Control System 1 Review(s) |
Search 1000s of Car Reviews, Recalls and Technical Bulletins
Start by entering a car model, system, manufacturer or any combination of keywords.
Mercedes Benz Gl320 2008 Reviews
ML500 airconditioning temp suddenly going to heat changing temp control does nothing. Have fitted new controls unit . Could you suggest what might cause this fault My 1995 Mercedes Benz S500 started running bad and after giving it a tune up it ran smoothly for about 15 to 20 minutes then it began to sputter backfire and shut off. I was told that the engine harness was the problem but after spot checking the My car bought new in November 2009 and with currently only 6200 miles on it keeps having battery I am reporting a problem regarding speed control, significant acceleration, and none deployment of airbag of a 2008 Mercedes Benz C-300. al entrar a una rotonda el motor se detiene,al dar contacto reinicia su funcionamiento sin problemas ?? I have ML 430 recharged a/c twice, it cools for some days and stop cooling again, we told me that it's not leaking, am getting frustrated with this problem I need somebody to help me. I have ML 430 recharged the a/c twice, it cools for some days and stop cooling again, the guy that worked on it told me that it's not leaking,now it's blowing hot again, am getting frustrated with this problem I need somebody to help me. i have a 500 sl 85 merc havent driven in 1 yr just starting driving and its idleing high in park, when car get hot and in park it seems to do this. it also jerks a little when i put in reverse. help!! Hi; Looking for info on replacing rear shocks on my 2006 Ml350,,, pretty tight squeeze inside the rear compartment left & right side panels to access the top bolt especially the right side Peter my 1997 C230 shakes and wants to stall out when accelerating, and if you push it to the floor, it down shifts hard and hardley wont go my 1997 C230 wont hardley accelerate Had my ML320 in repair shop to have new light fitted, no problems prior to this on collection wouldnt start but lots of lights on dash when ignition switched on, starter wouldnt operate. Disconnected battery for hour & then started until switc
draining problems. One time I had to call AAA to charge the battery. Are there any known problems related to this?
On Feb.28, 2012 at 1:00pm as I was trying to park my car in the garage where I work (I probably had a