2008 Mercedes-benz GL-Class GL450
4JGBF71E28A357899
Vehicle history report for the 2008 Mercedes-benz GL-Class GL450 (VIN 4JGBF71E28A357899). Black, sport utility vehicle (suv)/multi-purpose vehicle (mpv), 4.6L 8-cyl, gasoline. 80,567 mi reported. Registered in Ca. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Mercedes-benz GL-Class, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 2 involved a crash 🔥 1 involved a fire 🚑 2 reported injuries
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 87
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2008 Mercedes-benz GL-Class.
STEERING
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 the contact was informed that the power steering reservoir an…
NHTSA ODI #11681635UNKNOWN OR OTHER
UNKNOWN
NHTSA ODI #11662193ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
A flash from the right headlight had occured. I thought it was the bulb, but turns out the ballist was shorted out. I removed the assembly from the vehicle to change the ballist and because I want to also change the lens on the assembly. When I got the old lens off, I found most of the wiring has heat distress, causing the casings to flake off. I have ph…
NHTSA ODI #11601540SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V315000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and the contact had the vehicle towed to a local dealer. The contact was informed by the dealer that the recall repair could not be performed until the rear brake lines and a transmission diagnostic test was performed…
NHTSA ODI #11562262UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
Last Wednesday Morning June 06, 2023 I started vehicle up to move it closer to my apartment. Once I shifted into "Drive", immediately the engine revved up and vehicle accelerated in high rate of speed across the parking lot, I was applying the brakes, but they were not stopping the vehicle, it then slammed into wooded area and crashed head first into creek b…
Crash · 1 injured · NHTSA ODI #11527119SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The contact stated that the vehicle had been at the dealer for almost two months. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V315000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of…
NHTSA ODI #11480640SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL320. The contact received recall notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V315000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that they could only repair the vehicle after a month. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time to complete the…
NHTSA ODI #11479622UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 320. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V315000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) which stated that the tow was free of charge. The contact stated that he has contacted Mercedes-Benz roadside assistance to arrange for the tow and was redirected to call the Mercedes-Benz recall hotline. The contact…
NHTSA ODI #11475718+ 79 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN 4JGBF71E28A357899 valid?
4JGBF71E28A357899 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2008 Mercedes-benz GL-Class.
Does the 2008 Mercedes-benz GL-Class have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2008 Mercedes-benz GL-Class. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2008 Mercedes-benz GL-Class?
Comparable 2008 Mercedes-benz GL-Class listings run roughly $13,500–$21,600, typically around $17,128 (from 197 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
Data last checked 2 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.