2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GLE 350 4MATIC years
- Not enough data 2nd of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC. That ranks 2nd out of 6 GLE 350 4MATIC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (5 complaints, 63%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 63% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The engine/check-engine and cold-start noise problems have recurred despite multiple dealer repairs. In July-August 2025 the dealer documented misfire codes and a loud screech after cold starts. Its Aug-Sept repair order recorded the check-engine light returning one day after coil work, coolant…
â1. The Factory Assembly Defect âDuring production of the 2020â2021 GLE and GLS line (V167 platform), Mercedes-Benz factory assembly workers improperly secured or seated the air conditioning evaporator condensation drain hoses. Because condensation water could not drain out underneath the…
The central MBUX display has gone completely blank- no communication with control panel head unit. It is not receiving data because the MBUX is frozen. Technician tried to perform a software flash update, but Mercedes own server-side security is locked. The technician attempted to reload the…
The vehicle repeatedly had a check-engine light and the same engine-related complaint during multiple repair visits. The dealer attempted repairs several times, including an engine rebuild and later cylinder-head work. Despite those repairs, the engine later failed. The same loud screeching noise…
2021 GLE350 - [redacted] purchased December 30, 2024 with 35,000. miles. Current milage 61,933. There is a critical electrical/software defect in the MBUX system which has completely blacked out. This VIN# has not been placed on recall but it is suffering the same failure as previous models…
Other Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 GLE 350 4MATIC | 4 | 3 |
| 2025 GLE 350 4MATIC | 6 | 1 |
| 2024 GLE 350 4MATIC | 13 | 1 |
| 2023 GLE 350 4MATIC | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 GLE 350 4MATIC | 6 | 0 |
| 2021 | 8 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, forward collision avoidance problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GLE 350 4MATIC model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.