Mercedes Benz GL550 owners have reported 1 air brake related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common air brake problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's air brake (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Air Brake problems |
The contact owned a 2009 mercedes-benz gl 550. The contact stated that while driving at 15- 20 mph the driver in front of him was attempting to turn but swerved to the left in his lane the brake pedal was applied but was slow to respond. The contact crashed into a unknown Mini van. There were no warning lights illuminated. The air bags did not deploy. There was no reported fire. A police report was filed. The passenger occupant sustained injuries to the her back and shoulder and medical attention was provided. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The contact received NHTSA campaign number: . 2v315000 (service brakes, hydraulic). After the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue but provided no additional assistance. The manufacturer requested that he preserve the vehicle. The vehicle was deemed a total lost. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.