2008 Mercedes-Benz GL450 steering problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL450 — 39% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal shaking coming from the engine while attempting to steer the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and…”
filed Aug 19, 2025
“Steering wheel don't work proper way how should be. Steering wheel getting frozen when is vehicle driving.nhtsa campaign id # 08v682000”
filed Dec 9, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other GL450 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 GL450 | 1 | 3% |
| 2012 GL450 | 1 | 2% |
| 2010 GL450 | 1 | 2% |
| 2007 GL450 | 9 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL450
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.