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2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class.

Owner complaints

What 52 owners reported

Power train8
Engine7
Electrical system7
Suspension6

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class at a glance

Trims
GL350 BlueTEC 4maticGL450 4maticGL550 4maticGL63 AMG
Engine
3.0L 6-Cylinder Turbo Diesel, 4.7L 8-Cylinder Turbo, 5.5L 8-Cylinder Turbo
Transmission
Automatic 7-spd
Drivetrain
AWD
Fuel
Diesel, Gasoline
Body style
SUV
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class?

Owners have filed 52 complaints about the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class with NHTSA, most often about the engine. No recall campaigns are on file for this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.