Forward Collision Avoidance Related Problems of the 2007 Mercedes Benz GL450

Table 1 shows one common forward collision avoidance related problems of the 2007 Mercedes Benz GL450.

Table 1. Forward Collision Avoidance related problems of Mercedes Benz GL450

Problem Category Number of Problems
Adaptive Cruise Control problems
1

Adaptive Cruise Control problem

The Gl450 has the balance shaft problem . It skipped timing and caused major engine failure. . This problem is prevalent for the m273 engine. The parts wear prematurely. The timing is affected and the 4 cam power train misaligns. The engine quits and the repair is usually over 4000. 00. It produces 1208 1200 codes along with misfire codes. I feel Mercedes Benz corp is responsible and has liability for the loss. Thank you. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).



GL450 Service Bulletins
GL450 Defect Investigations