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Junior Member
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 21
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From: Louisiana
2007 Mercedes Benz GL450 4MATIC, 2017 Infiniti QX80, 2017 Nissan Titan SV
In 2009, new mirrors and new steering wheel. In 2010, updated LED tail lights were added as well as LED Daytime Running Lights.
Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 380
Likes: 59
From: Illinois
2019 Audi Q8, 2015 GL63, & 2005 E500W4
Opinions on the OM642 engine are divided. Statistically, however, it is a reliable engine provided it is maintained properly and with care.
I own a 2011 R350 BlueTEC, which shares this engine.
I own a 2011 R350 BlueTEC, which shares this engine.
Last edited by SndsoftheSbrbs; Aug 8, 2017 at 04:11 AM.
Senior Member
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 437
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From: Espoo, Finland
2012 GL 350
I can't find any data on real world reliability of gas vs. diesel (the GL just doesn't sell in huge numbers), but perhaps Consumer Reports or other similar has something. Anecdotal evidence says the diesels are less reliable. My 2012 350 has been very unreliable, with several major repairs in less than 60,000 miles.
