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Mercedes-Benz GL repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (26%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (7%)

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Mercedes-Benz GL body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (3%)

$500 - $999 (5%)

$100 - $499 (16%)

< $100 (76%)

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Chart based on 38 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2015 Mercedes-Benz GL 4dr SUV

turbocharged 550hp 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

21000 mi Replaced door seals, both front and rear doors. 

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2015 Mercedes-Benz GL 4dr SUV

turbocharged 362hp 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

34200 mi Seat has been squeaking since I bought it. They found it, fixed it but it is again making noise. They replaced the seat cushion. 
40000 mi Drivers seat (bottom portion) was replaced because of the squeak. This did not fix the problem so they replaced the entire chair. 
29000 mi Console lid latch broke. Console replaced 
22000 mi Alignment and rear air vent replacement that was supposed to be done at purchase as part of CPO sale. 

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2015 Mercedes-Benz GL 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

9500 mi Rear passenger window shade edging unraveled 
20100 mi Rear window sunshade unravelling, both driver and passenger side. 

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2014 Mercedes-Benz GL 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

37000 mi Console rattle 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 4dr SUV

turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

10000 mi Passenger seat creaks when occupied. Faulty rear door seal. 
11000 mi Wind noise from driver's door corrected by replacing defective door seal. 
12000 mi Chrome trim strip above rear license plate and in front of tailgate handle fell off, requiring replacement of trim and housing to which it attaches. 
25000 mi Release handle on second row folding seat broke off 
62800 mi

US $98
2nd Row seat release lever broke off - second time this part has broken - this time not covered under warranty or extended warranty - $98 repair 
40000 mi rear headliner came unglued and sagging from ceiling 
47500 mi Trim pieces at base of every window were peeling a protective coating. Covered under warranty. No cost. 
52300 mi

US $900
Rear black bumper had serious fade. Replaced at no cost, covered by warranty. 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 4dr SUV

382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

6000 mi Broken door handle. 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 4dr SUV

335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

40300 mi

US $700
Black trim pieces below the side windows were peeling a plastic coating layer and looked bad. Replaced with new parts. 
16000 mi Driver's side exterior rearview mirror cracked spontaneously. Replaced in 30 min. under warranty. Driver's side exterior rearview mirror cracked spontaneously. Replaced in 30 min. under warranty. 
31000 mi Right rear exterior door handle replaced under warranty. Right rear exterior door handle replaced under warranty. 
46000 mi Underbody water leak allowed water into frame, which would flow under deceleration or nose-down parking, into well where computers were located. Multiple control units, wiring harnesses, and underbody panels replaced, welds sealed, Underbody water leak allowed water into frame, which would flow under deceleration or nose-down parking, into well where computers were located. Multiple control units, wiring harnesses, and underbody panels replaced, welds sealed,  
46 mi Felt strip on sunroof wind deflector came off. Dealer replaced entire deflector at no cost under warranty.. Felt strip on sunroof wind deflector came off. Dealer replaced entire deflector at no cost under warranty. 
6820 mi Also replaced trim under rear window that had gap caused during manufacturing. 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 4dr SUV

335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

25000 mi Squeaky passenger seat. 
38000 mi

US $300
Broken vanity mirror cover. 
66000 mi

US $170
right rear window moulding peeling. replaced part with new 
123000 mi

US $20
Broken seat lever 
6000 mi 2nd trip for drivers window noise, parts ordered Squeaking driver's door seal. 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 4dr SUV

turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

50000 mi Sun visor would not stay against windshield. Was loose. 
1519 mi Interior imperfections fixed under warranty 
85000 mi Driver mirror rubbing against door, scratching paint 
63000 mi

US $125
passenger mirror cover broke 
84500 mi

US $239
Driver dash vent broken. Removed broken vent and installed new one 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 4dr SUV

335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

47000 mi Interior rearview mirror also replaced due to original not staying in position. 
45000 mi Sunroof would not close properly & very noisy. 
30000 mi trim piece replacement, rear door alignment 
92000 mi

US $1200
window trim that had peeling clearcoat 
6000 mi Driver side exterior mirror stopped auto dimming. 
97000 mi

US $400
trim on windows needs replaced 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 4-door

turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic AWD

10000 mi clicking in sunroof area when closed completely. dealer could not duplicate. only happens when sunroof completely closed. 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 4-door

8-cylinder automatic AWD

30000 mi

US $250
Black rubber molding inside front passenger door has worn out and leaves black flakes all over the carpet. Part was ordered 2 weeks ago but not in yet. 

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Mercedes-Benz GL Body Problems

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