2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450
Only 7 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2023
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2023: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 10 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
4 of 7 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
After driving the car about 5 miles at about 10 miles per hour while decelerating the transmission shifted into neutral requiring me to need to pull over to the side of the road, put the car in park, turn it off and back on again, this has now...
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-10
Also filed under Engine and vehicle speed control
For the Engine problem While driving the car there was a warning about the battery and asked to check the manual, immediately after that another warning was coolant too hot and the car shut down in the middle of the road For the transmission...
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-03-09
Also filed under Engine
Engine
3 of 7 total reports mention: engine.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Structure
1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2023-05-05Structure23V178000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 GLE350, GLE450, GLE580, GLS450, GLS580, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63 S, and AMG GLS63 vehicles. The rear door window trim bars may detach from the vehicle while driving.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2023. 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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2024-03-29Power train24V118000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 GLE 450 and GLS 450 vehicles. The transmission may not fully downshift in certain conditions, causing the engine to stall.
Remedy: Dealers will update the transmission control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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2024-05-03Electrical system24V207000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 GLE 350, 2020-2024 GLE 450, 2020-2023 GLS 580, GLE 580, 2019-2023 GLS 450, 2021-2023 Maybach GLS 600, AMG GLS 63, 2021-2024 AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 53 Coupe, and AMG GLE 63 S vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the 48-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Buy-smart checklist
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 23V178000 · Structure
- Recall 23V880000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 24V118000 · Power train
- Recall 24V207000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 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 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 have?
- 4 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.