Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 GLS550.
The 2018 Mercedes GLS550 is a vehicle from the 2018 model year produced by Mercedes-Benz under the GLS550 designation. This reference page serves to frame the vehicle for researchers by aggregating its defining characteristics into a cohesive summary. The overview concludes by situating this model year within the broader reliability context of the GLS550 lineage.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 850 CCA battery, OE oil filter 0209975445. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 0209975445 alt 2781840280 |
| Spark plug | 0041598103 |
| Battery | 0019828208 alt 000982960864 |
| Front wiper blades | 166820104528 alt 1668207800 |
| Thermostat | 2782001600 |
| Cabin air filter | 1668300218 |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
Torque lug nuts to 110 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 20.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8.
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 6.6 ft-lbs |
| Oil Pan to Block Bolts | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 20.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 110 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Spark Plug Gap | .031 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 17 ft-lbs |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | Auxiliary: 400 |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | Auxiliary: 200 cca |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 41; Rear: 26 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 59; Rear: 44 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: 1.315; Rear: .764 |
| 1 | 44.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 18.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90 | 44 in |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90 | 15 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 44.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 15.0 | 44 in |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4Matic, GLE350, GLS450 4Matic, GLS550 4matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLE63S AMG 4Matic, and GLS63 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The rear… Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear axle brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at…
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 GLE400 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE350, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLS450, GLE63S 4Matic, GLS63 4Matic, S550e, S600, S63 AMG 4Matic, S65… Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left rear door lock, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018. Owners may…
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