Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 229 owner complaints and 43 recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 (2018–2026). The 2020 GLE 350 has the most serious complaints, most often about engine.

Complaints
229
Recalls
43
Model years
9
Worst year
2020

Complaints by model year

3520182019872020482021352022152023720241202512026
NHTSA complaints per Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 — 87 complaints, 3 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Engine
  2. 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 — 48 complaints, 3 crashes, 2 fires; top problem: Engine
  3. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 — 35 complaints, 3 crashes; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain
  4. 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 — 35 complaints, 1 crash, 1 fire; top problem: Engine

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2019 (0 complaints).

Every Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2026 GLE 35010001Visibility & Wipers
2025 GLE 35010001Body & Structure
2024 GLE 35070003Visibility & Wipers
2023 GLE 350151003Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2022 GLE 350351147Engine
2021 GLE 3504832614Engine
2020 GLE 3508731227Engine
2019 GLE 35000002—
2018 GLE 350353027Transmission & Drivetrain

Most common Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 problem areas (all years)

  • Engine
    69 complaints
  • Electrical System
    44 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    32 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    22 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    21 complaints
  • Brakes
    18 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    15 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    12 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    11 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    9 complaints

Complaint trend

202120222023202420252026
Complaints about the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 received by NHTSA each month.

Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 recalls

  • Recall 26V353000May 29, 2026203 vehiclesModel years 2026

    Risk: A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 26V199000Mar 27, 2026932 vehiclesModel years 2025

    Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 24V724000Sep 27, 202410,655 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 24V207000Mar 15, 2024116,020 vehiclesModel years 2023–2024

    Risk: An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 24V117000Feb 16, 2024466 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: A broken or detached accelerator pedal can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 23V878000Dec 21, 20237 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: An inadequate seal can allow fuel and oil to leak onto the road, creating a hazard for other road users and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a fuel and oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 23V880000Dec 21, 202379,676 vehiclesModel years 2021–2023

    Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V835000Dec 8, 2023164 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 23V177000Mar 17, 202361,450 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: Water intrusion into the foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short circuits to electrical components, increasing the risk of fire. In addition, the emergency call (eCall) feature may be disabled and the doors may not unlock, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the engine may not start or may enter a limp-home mode, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V178000Mar 17, 202370,225 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 22V955000Dec 23, 2022348,183 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V936000Dec 16, 202269 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V680000Sep 12, 2022161,000 vehiclesModel years 2020–2022

    Risk: Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 22V365000May 20, 2022242,722 vehiclesModel years 2018–2022

    Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 22V232000Apr 8, 2022126,443 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V098000Feb 18, 20226 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Driving with inoperable power steering assist, headlights, or wipers can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V832000Oct 22, 202123 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Detached rear glass can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V818000Oct 18, 202127 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Incorrectly assembled seats may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V509000Jul 2, 20211,467 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: Incorrectly adjusted headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V354000May 14, 2021343,191 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 21V288000Apr 23, 20216,331 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Water intrusion into the driver and passenger side foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short circuits to electrical components, increasing the risk of fire. In addition, the emergency call (eCall) feature may be disabled and the doors may not unlock, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the engine may not start or may enter a limp-home mode, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V123000Feb 26, 20212,529 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V072000Feb 12, 202167 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services through the call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V071000Feb 12, 202141,838 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly pulls to one side during an evasive maneuver, it can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V058000Feb 5, 20211,292,258 vehiclesModel years 2018–2021

    Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology