Model year
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name GLE-Class for 2021. Under the matched names AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, AMG GLE63 S, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, GLE 350 E, GLE 400 E, GLE 450, and GLE 580, NHTSA lists 22 recalls and 92 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 (22), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (9), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (9). NHTSA rated 2 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 16–23 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,550–$5,150, 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 2021. 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 GLE53 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| AMG GLE63 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| AMG GLE63 S | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| GLE 350 | 14 | 48 | 0 |
| GLE 350 4MATIC | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| GLE 350 E | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| GLE 400 E | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| GLE 450 | 17 | 15 | 0 |
| GLE 580 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
Recalls for GLE 350
24V724000 · Sep 27, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply…
23V880000 · Dec 21, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
23V835000 · Dec 8, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
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.
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…
22V936000 · Dec 16, 2022
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE350, GLE450, 2022 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, and GLS450 vehicles. The steering coupling locking screw may loosen and possibly detach from the steering gear, resulting in a loss of steering control.
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…
21V832000 · Oct 22, 2021
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
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. The rear window may be insufficiently bonded to the tailgate, which could allow the rear glass to detach.
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…
4 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
48 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 3, fire flag on 2, injury field 6, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE Class SUV 4WD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.155 | NHTSA photo |
| 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE Class SUV RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.169 | NHTSA photo |
| Coupe SUV 4WD | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 18 | 22 | 19 | — | — | $4,350 |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus Coupe · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 18 | 23 | 20 | — | — | $4,100 |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 15 | 19 | 16 | — | — | $5,150 |
| GLE350 · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 22 | — | — | $3,750 |
| 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 | 21 | 26 | 23 | — | — | $3,550 |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus Coupe · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 15 | 19 | 17 | — | — | $4,850 |
| GLE580 4matic · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 17 | 22 | 19 | — | — | $4,350 |
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