Used 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Consumer Reviews
Used GL-Class for sale
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2012 GL-Class, so we've included reviews for other years of the GL-Class since its last redesign.
7 Months More Than Satisfied
Oregon Owner, 04/19/2024
2011 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL450 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (4.7L 8cyl 7A)
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We bought a 2011 GL-450 with 149K, one owner, and a CarFax showing all maintenance completed like clockwork at a Mercedes dealer for thr life of the vehicle. Some interesting maintenance history (replace fuse box, etc.) and we did go in understanding the “pay-to-play” concept that comes with a Mercedes. We’ve budgeted $80 p/month for repairs hoping the sinking find stays ahead of any problems. That being said, we’ve had the truck now for just over 7-1/2 months, have had no mechanical issues, and so far have over $800 in the maintenance sinking fund. We’ve driven the truck just over 5K and we have been really enjoying it. The truck is like new. All equipment works perfectly, the body has barely a small scratch anywhere and no bumps. The white paint is luminescent on a sunny day, the leather seats are infinitely adjustable and so comfortable, the engine has plenty of power, the standard sound system is very good, and it is a pleasure to drive. It is a very agile vehicle for being as large and heavy as it is, rides smooth always, and has very minimal road noise. For 7 months, our GL-450 has been our dream car.
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Gl550
Nancy H, 01/25/2023
2012 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL550 4MATIC 4dr SUV AWD (5.5L 8cyl 7A)
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Trouble free car!
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Don't touch the Bluetec Diesel
Never_Mercedes_Again, 04/26/2023
2012 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL350 BlueTEC 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 7A)
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Bought a year and a half ago at 160,000 kms, mistakenly thinking the diesel would last a long time... At 200,000kms a main engine bearing spun, seized and the engine is toast according to Dealer, so basically a total loss. I believe there's a serious issue with the Diesel DPF regens excessively diluting the oil with fuel over time. Always used MB spec oil, and it used up to 3-4l of oil per 1000km. If an engine has oil, and doesn't overheat there's no way it should seize at 200,000kms. Beyond the engine, there was other constant issues in the year and a half that I had it. DPF got clogged- fortunately that and a pile of other stuff was fixed by Dealer under the class-action settlement. DEF heater went, Air Suspension was completely replaced (all struts, air springs & compressor), wheel bearing, blind spot sensor and rain sensor. It was a nice car to drive, until the engine went. As another reviewer said, the 2 best moments when you have this car is buying it, and selling it. Unfortunately my sale will be to an auto wrecker for peanuts. Never again Mercedes, total disappointment. Cost me about $15k / year to drive a 10 year old car, by far the worst vehicle I've ever owned and that is saying something.
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This is my first Mercedes and I'm flabbergasted.
Stevo, 03/07/2025
2012 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL350 BlueTEC 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 7A)
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We had a bit of bad luck after purchasing the 2012 gl350. In 2 months we racked up $13,500 in repairs that had to be done at the Mercedes dealer. 1. $9,000 for lost of power fix which was found on the wire harness. 2. $2,000 for a new braking computer that got wet from the rear sunroof. 3. $2700 for new rear suspension air bags replaced. Uhg...:(
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