https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. en-us Wed, 23 Sep 2026 03:47:04 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2175290 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT 12 V battery completely drained while in operation resulting in me being stranded and requiring the vehicle to be towed. https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2175068 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Engine compartment heat causes wiring harness insulation to melt and Electrical shorting while driving. Engine has lack of power and acceleration due to heat damage to the engine harness. Check Engine light came on. This is a potential fire risk and should be address by MBUSA. This is a know issue with this model. Car has only 36,000 miles https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2175069 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Engine compartment heat causes wiring harness insulation to melt and Electrical shorting while driving. Engine has lack of power and acceleration due to heat damage to the engine harness. Check Engine light came on. This is a potential fire risk and should be address by MBUSA. This is a know issue with this model. Car has only 36,000 miles https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2147724 Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT The panel between the windshield and the sunroof shattered with cracks going the full width of the roof at the top and bottom of the glass panel. https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2143805 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT The air conditioning in my 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV has failed due to a refrigerant (freon) leak, leaving the system unable to cool and properly defrost the windshield. This is not an isolated issue—many other GLE owners have reported the same failure on forums and blogs, suggesting a widespread defect. NHTSA has already issued Recall No. 23V177000 (March 2023) for improperly installed A/C drai https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2143806 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT The air conditioning in my 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV has failed due to a refrigerant (freon) leak, leaving the system unable to cool and properly defrost the windshield. This is not an isolated issue—many other GLE owners have reported the same failure on forums and blogs, suggesting a widespread defect. NHTSA has already issued Recall No. 23V177000 (March 2023) for improperly installed A/C drai https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2143807 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT The air conditioning in my 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV has failed due to a refrigerant (freon) leak, leaving the system unable to cool and properly defrost the windshield. This is not an isolated issue—many other GLE owners have reported the same failure on forums and blogs, suggesting a widespread defect. NHTSA has already issued Recall No. 23V177000 (March 2023) for improperly installed A/C drai https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2128780 Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT The Mercedes GLE450 was stopped at a red light. When the light turned green, the driver entered the intersection. The automatic braking system engaged without reason (there was open road ahead), bringing the car to a sudden standstill. The driver accelerated again, but this time the car went backwards into the car behind him. The driver had not shifted into reverse. So the car both slammed on https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2128781 Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT The Mercedes GLE450 was stopped at a red light. When the light turned green, the driver entered the intersection. The automatic braking system engaged without reason (there was open road ahead), bringing the car to a sudden standstill. The driver accelerated again, but this time the car went backwards into the car behind him. The driver had not shifted into reverse. So the car both slammed on https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2128782 Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT The Mercedes GLE450 was stopped at a red light. When the light turned green, the driver entered the intersection. The automatic braking system engaged without reason (there was open road ahead), bringing the car to a sudden standstill. The driver accelerated again, but this time the car went backwards into the car behind him. The driver had not shifted into reverse. So the car both slammed on https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2125012 Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT MERCEDES-BENZ CORPORATE IS SHOWING A COMPLETE DISREGARD FOR ME AS A CONSUMER AND HUMAN! MY BRAKES RECENTLY FAILED WITHOUT WARNING (I LOST MY ABILITY TO BRAKE) AND IT ALMOST CAUSED ME TO BE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. MY LIFE AND SAFETY WAS PUT IN JEOPARDY AND I AM IN SHOCK. AT THEIR REQUEST I HAD MY VEHICLE TOWED IN TO MERCEDES-BENZ SERVICE AND CORPORATE ESCALATION IS DENYING MY CLAIM AND NOT PROVIDI https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2125013 Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT MERCEDES-BENZ CORPORATE IS SHOWING A COMPLETE DISREGARD FOR ME AS A CONSUMER AND HUMAN! MY BRAKES RECENTLY FAILED WITHOUT WARNING (I LOST MY ABILITY TO BRAKE) AND IT ALMOST CAUSED ME TO BE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. MY LIFE AND SAFETY WAS PUT IN JEOPARDY AND I AM IN SHOCK. AT THEIR REQUEST I HAD MY VEHICLE TOWED IN TO MERCEDES-BENZ SERVICE AND CORPORATE ESCALATION IS DENYING MY CLAIM AND NOT PROVIDI https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2124332 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT Both left and right headlamp/turn signal/marker light assemblies and control modules have been replaced. One under warranty in 2023, the second in 2025. Infotainment system displays error messages Messages may increase as assembly/control module becomes increasingly dysfunctional. https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2108512 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT The rear shock absorbers have failed on my vehicle. The vehicle makes sounds when going over bumps in the road. There is an active recall on other GLE 2020 450 models but not my specific VIN. The vehicle has less then 30,000 miles on it before the shock absorbers went out. https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2107289 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT On [XXX] the power lock system in my Mercedes auto locked itself with my key and phone inside the vehicle on a hot day with a baby secured in a rear car seat. I did not lock the vehicle or touch the door handle lock. This vehicle is designed to never lock with a key inside. Obviously, this was a life threatening situation as our area was experiencing record heat. Since my phone was also locked ins https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2104541 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT I WAS REVERSING THE VEHICLE AND IT STOPPED AND SHFTED INTO DRIVE AT A HIGH SPEED UNITL IT STOPPED AFTER HITTING FENCE AND TILTED ON ITS SIDE https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2104542 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT I WAS REVERSING THE VEHICLE AND IT STOPPED AND SHFTED INTO DRIVE AT A HIGH SPEED UNITL IT STOPPED AFTER HITTING FENCE AND TILTED ON ITS SIDE https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2104543 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT I WAS REVERSING THE VEHICLE AND IT STOPPED AND SHFTED INTO DRIVE AT A HIGH SPEED UNITL IT STOPPED AFTER HITTING FENCE AND TILTED ON ITS SIDE https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2097220 Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front roof panel detached and flew off the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no as https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2083399 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE450. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle suddenly decelerated to 15 MPH. The contact became aware that the cruise control system had changed the set speed independently. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence, with the vehicle accelerating or decelerating i https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2076839 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT 48V battery issue cause the car not able to drive. https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2076345 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes Benz 2016 GLE450 AMG Coupe Backup Camera issue. The software problems cause backup camera to go blank /black screen. It does this randomly, it can worked for few weeks to a month, then suddenly just goes blank/black when the gear is in reverse (R). I have made complained to Mercedes Benz dealer when the issue first started and I was told that the year of my vehicle is not listed in the re https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2058226 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT My wife was driving on [XXX] going ~70mph. Without warning the engine shut down and the vehicle decelerated. A message popped up saying “48 volt malfunction”. A google search indicated the car should not be driven as it could result in a fire. Note the Mercedes dealer in Centerville Ohio completed recall campaign: 2024040002 in May, 2024. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFOR https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2058227 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT My wife was driving on [XXX] going ~70mph. Without warning the engine shut down and the vehicle decelerated. A message popped up saying “48 volt malfunction”. A google search indicated the car should not be driven as it could result in a fire. Note the Mercedes dealer in Centerville Ohio completed recall campaign: 2024040002 in May, 2024. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFOR https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2054130 Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT 1. Failed component/system. Primary issue is stalling under normal operating conditions. The vehicle is available for inspection. It is a 2024 Porsche Panamera. It is currently with the dealership at Chantilly. 2. The vehicle stalls while I was crossing a highway potentially leading to a collision. The second time it stalled my daughter was in the vehicle, which could have put her in danger and o https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2049031 Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE450. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the roadway, restarted the vehicle, and continued driving. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed; however, the dealer found no cause for the failure. The vehicle was no https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2045325 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT Water intrusion. It rained, water leaked into driver seat floor. The water then made it to the electrical parts underneath the driver seat. This seems identical to the recall I am seeing online with the number: 23V-177 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2045326 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT Water intrusion. It rained, water leaked into driver seat floor. The water then made it to the electrical parts underneath the driver seat. This seems identical to the recall I am seeing online with the number: 23V-177 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2037455 Sat, 02 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT On [XXX] Safelite attempted to repair a chip in my windshield but the repair was unsuccessful due to the size of the chip and it ran across the windshield from the top middle to the passenger side. I contacted my insurance company, USAA, and Safelite to get the windshield replaced and was informed there was a nationwide backlog in windshields for these vehicles, a 2023 Mercedes Benz GLE450 SUV 4Ma https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-gle-450#complaint-2028970 Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT There is a known issue With this vehicle with the shifting(hard shifting) there's a glitch when shifting to drive it automatically shifts to neutral then to drive 3 ! the glitch is that its not transmitting correctly to the transmission . if the car does shift to drive 1 it throws itself into neutral while driving that's dangerous !! there are several forums with this issue and I am very surprised