2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350

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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:53.520Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Complaints
48
Recalls
14

Campaigns on file for 2021

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine

46% of complaints

Complaints per year

2018: 40 complaints 2018 2019: 1 complaint 2019 2020: 91 complaints 2020 2021: 48 complaints 2021 48 2022: 34 complaints 2022 2023: 15 complaints 2023 2024: 7 complaints 2024
2018: 40 complaints 2018 2019: 1 complaint 2019 2020: 91 complaints 2020 2021: 48 complaints 2021 48 2022: 34 complaints 2022 2023: 15 complaints 2023 2024: 7 complaints 2024
2018: 40 complaints 2018 2019: 1 complaint 2019 2020: 91 complaints 2020 2021: 48 complaints 2021 48 2022: 34 complaints 2022 2023: 15 complaints 2023 2024: 7 complaints 2024

2021: 48 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
201840
20191
202091
202148
202234
202315
20247

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

46% · 22 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY
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On Thursday, [XXX], I called Mercedes Benz of Naperville at 7:23 AM, 12:34 PM and missed the call 3:03 PM. I reported Sandy in service on Thursday morning. That I smelt a burning plastic smell on Wednesday afternoon at 2:30PM.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-29

Also filed under Electrical system and structure

I can be driving on a flat surface with out the car been on eco mode and the car shuts off for no reason without and light on the dash board I have to wait a few secs to restart the car ,brakes don't stop like they should very loud grinding noise...

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-08-17

Also filed under Service brakes

Electrical system

19% · 9 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY

Visibility

10% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly and rear window wiper/washer.

Power train

8% · 4 reports

Forward collision avoidance

8% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.

CRASHINJURY
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I reported multiple times to Mercedes USA that the vehicle was experiencing electrical issues as I was periodically loosing power and/or control over the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-07-25

Safety timeline

14 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2020-03-31Electrical system20V089000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030019.

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    2020-12-18Seat belts20V671000 Mercedes-Benz AG USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, 2020 GLE580, 2020-2021 GLE350 and GLE450 vehicles with 5 passenger seating.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will secure the middle seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020110005.

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    2021-03-12Communication, electrical system21V058000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

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    2021-03-31Electronic stability control (esc)21V071000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE450, GLE350, and 2020 GLS450, GLE580, GLS580 vehicles.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESP software, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021030004.

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    2021-06-28Back over prevention, electrical system21V354000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class 4-door Coupe vehicles.

    Remedy: The multimedia system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 28, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373.

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    2021-12-08Visibility21V832000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLE 350, GLE 580, GLS 450, GLS 580, AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 63 S, and AMG GLS 63 S vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear window, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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    2022-01-07Exterior lighting21V509000 Mercedes-Benz LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 C300, 2019-2020 A220, AMG C43, AMG C63, 2020 GLE580, GLB250, 2020-2021 GLE450, GLE350, 2021 AMG GLE63, and AMG GLE53 vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the LED headlights, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed August 13, 2021. A second notice will be sent once the remedy is available.

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    2022-07-08Communication, electrical system22V365000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles.

    Remedy: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022.

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    2022-11-01Structure22V680000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, and 2021 GLE400e, AMG GLS63, AMG GLE63 S, and Maybach GLS600 vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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    2023-01-27Steering22V936000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE350, GLE450, 2022 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, and GLS450 vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering coupling locking screw, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022120016.

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    2023-04-28Visibility23V177000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, 2021 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLS63, and 2020 GLE580 vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air conditioner drain hoses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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    2024-01-26Electrical system23V835000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE350 and GLE450 vehicles. A 12-Volt ground connection under the driver seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and secure the 12-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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    2024-02-23Fuel system, gasoline23V880000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024.

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    2024-11-01Electrical system24V724000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE 350 and 2021-2022 GLE 450 vehicles. The front acceleration sensor's wiring harness may be routed incorrectly, which can prevent the front air bags from deploying properly.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reroute the wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100006.

Buy-smart checklist

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 22 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 20V089000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 20V671000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 21V058000 · Communication, electrical system
  • Recall 21V071000 · Electronic stability control (esc)
  • Recall 21V354000 · Back over prevention, electrical system
  • Recall 21V832000 · Visibility
  • Recall 21V509000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 22V365000 · Communication, electrical system
  • Recall 22V680000 · Structure
  • Recall 22V936000 · Steering
  • Recall 23V177000 · Visibility
  • Recall 23V835000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 23V880000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 24V724000 · Electrical system

FAQ

Is the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 have?
14 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.