MBWorld.org Forums - GLS Class (X167) https://mbworld.org/forums/ Produced 2020 to present en Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:23:13 GMT vBulletin 60 https://mbworld.org/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg MBWorld.org Forums - GLS Class (X167) https://mbworld.org/forums/ Amazed https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928737-amazed.html Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:58:45 GMT Drove from Chadron Nebraska to Fort Dodge Iowa today on US20. There was a strong wind behind us, the road was basically smooth, straight and flat most of the way, we held a steady 65 mph on cruise,... Drove from Chadron Nebraska to Fort Dodge Iowa today on US20. There was a strong wind behind us, the road was basically smooth, straight and flat most of the way, we held a steady 65 mph on cruise, and overall we dropped about 1000 feet in sea level elevation. There was zero traffic and almost zero stop and go. Result? I got just over 30 MPG on my 2022 GLS 450. Couldn't believe it, such excellent performance. ]]> GLS Class (X167) Scott Schmidt https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928737-amazed.html Gun Safes? https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928693-gun-safes.html Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:31:27 GMT Has anyone here installed a gun safe in their GLS? I'm looking to get one for my wife when she has to travel to our lawless cities where her clients have offices.

GLS Console Safe

]]> GLS Class (X167) myfirstbenz https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928693-gun-safes.html Crush washer https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928558-crush-washer.html Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:49:07 GMT I know it probably has been asked before but...I couldn't find it. The last time I had the oil changed I forgot to get it went to the dealer and paid $9 for it. Can someone tell me the size and or part number, preferably from FCP, I plan on ordering tonight and once again just remembered to buy it. I think there has to bean acceptable alternate for much cheaper.

Thanks for any help ]]> GLS Class (X167) lungs414 https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928558-crush-washer.html E-ABC, Now I’m impressed. https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928537-e-abc-now-iim-impressed.html Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:26:39 GMT My son wrapped up his school year last week and had a very successful year. As a part of his congratulatory gift we gave him a choice of visiting any restaurant he wants for dinner. He chose a... My son wrapped up his school year last week and had a very successful year. As a part of his congratulatory gift we gave him a choice of visiting any restaurant he wants for dinner. He chose a brewery we enjoy that has great pizza which is about 50 miles up river from us.
Happy with his decision we loaded family, and hund in the GLS for an evening excursion. Sun shining, nearly 80 today. Beautiful views. Winding road… Curve Mode.
I now appreciate the capability of this suspension after our drive this evening. If you would have asked me if this was a worthy feature before, I would have honestly said no. Now I’m a big fan.
this is a winding state route two lane road with turns, varied elevations and plenty of dips and poorly repaired slides that unsettle most suspensions. This GLS is a beast on this road and it stayed dead flat in the corners and smoothed out(not eliminated) the bumps, dips, and unevenness in the tarmac. I told my wife to watch the Subaru Outback in front of us and pay attention to how active their suspension was working and how much the car moved all while we were barely feeling the surface changes. Very impressive. My son typically gets a little car sick on this route but tonight he commented on that he didn’t feel sick at all.

Most of my previous driving in this vehicle was running errands around town when I could grab the keys on the weekend. It’s fun, and fast, but it wasn’t substantially different experience from a standard suspension x167.
I told my wife that this is our new road trip car, whereas she used to prefer my Ram over her previous Grand Cherokee.

The Pirelli tires have great grip but the 23’s still ride a little rough for my liking. I’m eager to feel the difference this fall when I swap out the 21’s that have all season Pirelli tires. I recently scored this set of nearly new takeoffs from a guy that bought a 580 and upgraded to 22’s. 😎

]]> GLS Class (X167) myfirstbenz https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928537-e-abc-now-iim-impressed.html MB may be booted from US? https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928094-mb-may-booted-us.html Fri, 29 May 2026 20:17:08 GMT Well this helps to explain the decline in build quality on the interiors.... But also may be problematic for MB as well, although doubtful to actually be booted from the US market for numerous... Well this helps to explain the decline in build quality on the interiors.... But also may be problematic for MB as well, although doubtful to actually be booted from the US market for numerous reasons. However, now that this is public, not a good look for some of us (me included). https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/29/merc...ownership.html




]]> GLS Class (X167) nc211 https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928094-mb-may-booted-us.html Cup Holder Repair https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928089-cup-holder-repair.html Fri, 29 May 2026 18:17:02 GMT This forum has been so helpful over the years that I finally had to join so I could ask a ridiculously silly question. The bottom portion of my 2020 GLS 580’s cup holders has come out. The... This forum has been so helpful over the years that I finally had to join so I could ask a ridiculously silly question.

The bottom portion of my 2020 GLS 580’s cup holders has come out. The underside has two groves where it attaches to the insert,
I have reattached them many times yet they continue to come out. Yes it's cosmetic, yet it drives me crazy.

Car was in for service this week, $800+ to replace the entire cup holder console. (Absolutely not.)

I’m thinking super glue to reattach them? Anyone else experienced this or have a solution?

Thanks!
- Jen

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]]> GLS Class (X167) Jenzers https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928089-cup-holder-repair.html RR Cullinan (preowned) experience or feedback? https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928056-rr-cullinan-preowned-experience-feedback.html Thu, 28 May 2026 19:00:17 GMT Does anyone own, or has anyone owned, this vehicle for any length of time? I am considering a high mileage example as a next vehicle in a few years. Love the RR brand, love the Cullinan... Does anyone own, or has anyone owned, this vehicle for any length of time? I am considering a high mileage example as a next vehicle in a few years.

Love the RR brand, love the Cullinan presence. ZF8HP is as bulletproof as a German transmission can be.

I don't know much about the V12 reliability reputation.

I DIY almost everything. Anything short of failed engine internals is in my scope. I would do all fluids, filters and spark plugs as a get-to-know-you project.

How does this V12 compare with the M279 V12, reliability-wise?

Any strange specifications such as oddball tire sizes, exotic brake packages (besides carbon), oil spec, etc.?

Thanks for any comments. ]]> GLS Class (X167) chassis https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/928056-rr-cullinan-preowned-experience-feedback.html It’s the little things… squeaky plastics in the doors - fixed! https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/927956-itis-little-thingso-squeaky-plastics-doors-fixed.html Tue, 26 May 2026 03:45:49 GMT I really appreciate the cabin in this GLS however I have noticed that this vehicle in particular suffers from the squeaks and rattles that so many complain about in newer MB’s(and probably other euro... I really appreciate the cabin in this GLS however I have noticed that this vehicle in particular suffers from the squeaks and rattles that so many complain about in newer MB’s(and probably other euro marquees).

Stage 1 of solving these annoyances was to start at the worst offender, and for me that is as soon as I interact with the car. The door handles. Every time that I grab the grip on the interior door trim I am surprised with how much creaking of plastics I hear and feel. It doesn’t phase my wife who dailies the car, but I can’t stand it.

Tonight I got intimate with the workings of this x167 and learned how to remove the door trim and chase down these squeaks.

The trim comes off with only a flat pry tool or butter knife. I think a flat blade screwdriver would risk damaging the edge of the plastic trim.
Once the trim pieces were removed I cleaned them and then applied Shin-Etsu silicone grease that purchased at a Honda dealership years ago for lubricating squeaky door seals and sunroof mechanisms for another car. Using a small 1/4in paintbrush(ie for watercolors or modeling) I applied a coat to all surfaces of the clips, tabs and edges and contact points. I also removed the window switches and coated the barrel of the switch.

I have to say that this made a HUGE difference in eliminating the noises when interacting with the door. The door now not only looks lovely but it feels nice to the touch and is quiet as expected. I also used spray silicone to dribble lubricant along the interface/gap between the door card and the door shell. That was also a squeak generator. No more.

This takes about 20min per door.
lower trim remove towards the front of the vehicle and the window switches trim removes up, pushing from below once the lower trim is out.












]]> GLS Class (X167) myfirstbenz https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/927956-itis-little-thingso-squeaky-plastics-doors-fixed.html 2027 GLS order guide https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/927893-2027-gls-order-guide.html Mon, 25 May 2026 10:37:04 GMT Dealer sent this over - considering ordering since coming up short on the deal on a 26 we were trying to make. I was told expect 5-8% MSRP increase. Interesting to see burmester 3D is standard... Dealer sent this over - considering ordering since coming up short on the deal on a 26 we were trying to make.

I was told expect 5-8% MSRP increase. Interesting to see burmester 3D is standard equipment now
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]]> GLS Class (X167) Camaroguy72 https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/927893-2027-gls-order-guide.html Aftermarket Dashcam suggestions https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/927826-aftermarket-dashcam-suggestions.html Sat, 23 May 2026 23:14:08 GMT Discussing options with salesman and he said don't buy MB dashcam camera. It cost a monthly sub and difficult to extract videos. Suggest getting a aftermarket system. I'd like one that I could move around to rear and passenger side. Anyone using one with these features they like. ]]> GLS Class (X167) Jay450 https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/927826-aftermarket-dashcam-suggestions.html AI Roast... https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/927811-ai-roast.html Sat, 23 May 2026 13:57:53 GMT Upload a picture of your car to an AI site and ask it to roast it. Pretty funny!! This isn't my car (I'm blue), but essentially the same thing otherwise.





That Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 looks like it spends more time waiting outside private schools than actually driving.

The paint is so glossy it reflects the financial regret in 4K.

You bought the “I need a luxury SUV” starter pack:
  • giant grille
  • chrome everywhere
  • wheels thinner than your patience in dealership finance
  • enough cargo space for exactly one emotional support golden doodle
And that rear end? It looks like the designer copied a luxury yacht, then remembered halfway through they were building a suburban tank.

This thing definitely:
  • auto-parks itself because the owner never learned
  • has ambient lighting set to “Miami nightclub blue” 24/7
  • smells faintly of leather conditioner and 84-month financing
Also, the badge says “GLS 450,” but the vibe says:
“Please notice I almost bought a Mercedes-Benz G-Class.”

Still though… it’s clean. Hard to roast too aggressively when it looks like it was detailed with a toothbrush and anxiety.

]]> GLS Class (X167) nc211 https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/927811-ai-roast.html Tesla’Q… https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/927747-teslaiqo.html Thu, 21 May 2026 05:00:40 GMT Tesla, for the win. You can’t even image the traffic jam mess this caused in DC rush hour traffic tonight… one of the worst I’ve ever seen… Image: Tesla, for the win. You can’t even image the traffic jam mess this caused in DC rush hour traffic tonight… one of the worst I’ve ever seen…


]]> GLS Class (X167) nc211 https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/927747-teslaiqo.html Dealer Service and General Venting... https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class-x167/927685-dealer-service-general-venting.html Tue, 19 May 2026 15:37:49 GMT Once again my dealer upsets me with a service issue.
We've now had multiple cars (GLC and 2 GLS) that have had things go awry with this dealer's stupid service department.

I had the original frustration with my roof buzzing that the service department tried to repair and fix and just kept causing more damage to the interior of my car with every attempt to resolve.
It was bad enough that we just swapped cars even though it had been resolved. Our under 5k miles interior looked like a used car with over 100k plus miles on it.

Now just before a vacation trip to Florida, I go in for a quick Service B and the idiots curb my beautiful AMG wheel. I told them nothing short of replacement would likely make me happy given I'm super particular about my wheels and the car has 19k miles on it.
They did the quick buff and sent me photos which I could immediately spot the damage and told them that it was not acceptable. Now it's apparently off to the body shop for a more extensive repair. I know wheel shops can do amazing work to bring wheels back but it will have to be pristine for me to accept. Especially given the grooved machined surface on the metallic part of these wheels.

Normally this dealer, mainly the sales group is great to work with but I'm continually disappointed with my service department and how they treat (abuse?) my car. My local Toyota dealer provides better care than my Mercedes service department.

Anyone had any experience with curb rashed wheels and a dealer or dealer committed damage in general?
Photo for reference. Also it's hard for them to deny the damage as they video all their cars on intake and the car was parked next to a yellow curb which matched the paint on the rim. It was washed prior to the damage as well and all the tires look clean except for this one.
So it was obviously the valet group that did the damage when they parked it in the spot.

Thanks

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