Suspension Related Problems of the 2012 Mercedes Benz GL450

Table 1 shows two common suspension related problems of the 2012 Mercedes Benz GL450. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the rear suspension springs (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Mercedes Benz GL450

Problem Category Number of Problems
Suspension problems
6
Rear Suspension Springs problems
1

Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2012 Mercedes Benz GL450

The Suspension problem

The rear suspension became soft after the dealer did an intial check after I complained about the vehicle feeling unstable after speeds of 70mph. I had both air shocks changed in the rear. After two (2) months the front suspension on the passenger also started to leak causing the vehicle to   Read details...

The Rear Suspension Springs problem

While driving the balancing indicator light came on. Then there was a loud bang and the vehicle shook violently. It felt like I was rear ended. Then was vehicle was sitting on the springs. My vehicle has only 83000 miles on it and I have had to replace the front and now rear suspension.   Read details...


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