The 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL350 has 3 recalls, the most serious involving a front suspension oil leak that can reach an ignition source and start a fire.
The second recall affects seatbelts in the second row: anchor fitting bolts may not have been tightened to the correct torque, and can continue to loosen over time. In a crash, a belt attached to a loose anchor may not hold the occupant properly. There is also a software fault in the emergency call system where the date and time can fall out of sync, causing the system to relay an inaccurate vehicle location when a crash triggers an emergency call, which can delay responders reaching the scene.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error causes the eCall emergency system's date and time to be incorrect, which may result in an inaccurate vehicle location being sent during an emergency call.
What the fix does
Mercedes-Benz will send a remote software update to your vehicle. Dealers will verify the update worked or install a new communication module software at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Oil in the Active Curve System reservoir can foam and leak from the cap's vent holes when the oil level drops below minimum during certain driving conditions.
What the fix does
Dealers will adjust the oil level as needed and replace the reservoir sealing cap to stop oil foam from leaking.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolts securing the second row seat belt anchors may not be tightened to the correct specification, potentially loosening over time.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and tighten the second row seat belt anchor bolts as needed at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
