Replacement Carpet Trunk Handle for Mercedes GL-Class X166 GLS X166 - 2013 to 2015

Restore the tailgate pull point on your Mercedes GL-Class X166 — later renamed GLS X166 — with this direct-fit replacement carpet trunk handle. The GL/GLS X166 is a full-size, three-row luxury SUV, and its tailgate is among the largest and heaviest in the entire Mercedes-Benz lineup. The fabric pull handle mounted to the upper inner tailgate panel is the only proper grip point for closing the lid safely, making this a critical comfort and safety item for any X166 owner.

The carpet tailgate pull handle in the X166 absorbs exceptional loads. The vehicle's full-size footprint means a very large, very heavy tailgate that takes a deliberate, sustained pull to bring down to latch. Under these forces, the fabric loop frays quickly at its high-stress contact zone, and the plastic mounting clips — subject to cold-weather fatigue — can separate from the tailgate liner entirely.

Compatible Mercedes Models

Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X166 — 2013 to 2015
Mercedes-Benz GLS X166 — 2016 to 2019

Includes GL 350 BlueTEC, GL 400, GL 500, GL 63 AMG, GLS 350d, GLS 400, GLS 500, GLS 63 AMG — all engine variants.

Available in Black, Black & Chrome, Brown and Beige to match all X166 interior colour specifications.

Why the Handle Wears Rapidly on the X166

The X166 tailgate is a benchmark for load requirements among SUV tailgate handles. Repeated closures concentrate enormous tensile force on the small fabric contact zone. The mounting clips — pressed into a deep plastic liner — face cumulative fatigue that is especially pronounced in cold climates. Once either clip releases, the handle requires immediate replacement to avoid damage to the tailgate panel or the owner's hands.

What You Receive

A single replacement carpet tailgate pull handle with integrated mounting clips:

• Black — for standard black leather and Artico interiors
• Black & Chrome — for AMG Line and designo sport specifications
• Brown — for brown leather interior packages
• Beige — for Silk Beige and designo beige colour specifications

Why This Part Is Worth It

• Fits both GL X166 (2013–2015) and GLS X166 (2016–2019)
• Built to withstand the exceptional pull loads of the full-size X166 tailgate
• Available in four colour finishes for any X166 interior
• Tool-free clip-in installation

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