Model year
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name GLE-Class for 2020. Under the matched names AMG GLE63, GLE, GLE 350, GLE 350 E, GLE 450, and GLE 580, NHTSA lists 36 recalls and 125 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for GLE 350 are ENGINE (33), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (22), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (12). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 19–22 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,750–$4,350, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2016 107 complaints
- 2017 75 complaints
- 2018 56 complaints
- 2019 34 complaints
- 2020 125 complaints
- 2021 92 complaints
- 2022 70 complaints
- 2023 33 complaints
- 2024 53 complaints
- 2025 35 complaints
- 2026 16 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Matched NHTSA names
The EPA model name is not itself a name in the NHTSA file for 2020. The counts in the answer are the sum of the names below. Overlap between those names is not removed.
| NHTSA name | Recalls | Complaints | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GLE63 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| GLE | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| GLE 350 | 27 | 91 | 0 |
| GLE 350 E | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| GLE 450 | 32 | 26 | 0 |
| GLE 580 | 12 | 5 | 0 |
Recalls for GLE 350
23V177000 · Mar 17, 2023
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
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. The air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the…
22V680000 · Sep 12, 2022
STRUCTURE:BODY
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. Due to a manufacturing error, the rear door window trim bars may detach.
22V365000 · May 20, 2022
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for…
22V232000 · Apr 8, 2022
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview…
22V098000 · Feb 18, 2022
VISIBILITY/WIPER; STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLE 350 vehicles. The wiring harness connected to the prefuse box in the engine compartment might not be properly secured, which could deactivate fused components, such as power steering assist, headlights, and wipers.
21V818000 · Oct 18, 2021
SEATS
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLS450, GLS580, GLE350, GLE450, AMG C63, and 2021 AMG GLE53 vehicles. The seats may have been assembled incorrectly.
21V509000 · Jul 2, 2021
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
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. The LED headlights may have been incorrectly adjusted during a vehicle repair. As such, these…
21V354000 · May 14, 2021
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model…
21V288000 · Apr 23, 2021
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLE 53, 2020 GLE350, GLE450, GLE580, GLS450, and GLS580 vehicles. The air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.
21V071000 · Feb 12, 2021
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE450, GLE350, and 2020 GLS450, GLE580, GLS580 vehicles. During certain evasive driving maneuvers, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software may apply torque to one of the front wheels, pulling the vehicle to…
17 more recalls are in the NHTSA file for this name and are not listed here. Campaign numbers above link to NHTSA.
Complaints for GLE 350
91 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 3, fire flag on 1, injury field 2, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations for GLE 350
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| SUV RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE350 4matic · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 22 | — | — | $3,750 |
| GLE450 4matic · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 19 | 24 | 21 | — | — | $3,900 |
| GLE350 · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 27 | 22 | — | — | $3,750 |
| GLE580 4matic · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 17 | 21 | 19 | — | — | $4,350 |
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