2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 E Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GLE 350 E years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 E. That is the most of any GLE 350 E model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is structure (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety 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 E 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 E recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Communication: auto crash notification; electrical system:software
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.
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 contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact stated that when the vehicle was powered on the interior panels did not illuminate. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the control module needed to be replaced due to corrosion from a leak. The vehicle was not…
Other Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 E years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 GLE 350 E | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 E?
Owners most often report structure problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 E?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 E a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GLE 350 E model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.