The 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 has 3 recalls, the most serious involving axle bolts on the front and/or rear drive axles that may not have been correctly assembled and can fracture, making the vehicle unstable and raising the risk of a crash.
A front suspension recall carries a fire risk: an oil leak in that area can ignite if it reaches an ignition source. The third recall affects the vehicle's emergency call system, where a software fault can cause the system to report the wrong date, time, and location when an emergency call is placed, potentially sending first responders to the wrong place and delaying their arrival.
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
Front and/or rear drive axle carrier bolts may have been assembled incorrectly, causing remaining bolts to fracture.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the axle carrier bolts at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
