| Issue ID | 1580080 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11230308 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | GLS450 |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| File date | 24/07/17 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | 2017 mercedes benz gls 450 4matic purchased september 2016. Returned vehicle to dealership 6 (six) times for foul smell coming from air conditioning unit. Foul, moldy smell still remains. Dealer has changed multiple parts, cleaned the a system and replaced dust and fine particle filter each time. The smell always comes back. Developed a recurring cough because of smell. After calling a lawyer i found out that there is a class action lawsuit regarding multiple mercedes benz models including the 2017 gls450. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 12314 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SAINT PETERSBURG, FL |
| VIN pattern | 4JGDF6EE7HAXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 35 |
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