2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 20, 2025 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other GLE 350 years
Not enough data 8th of 11 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350. That ranks 8th out of 11 GLE 350 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (3 complaints, 43%). There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

Mercedes-Benz GLE 350
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 d (W 166) wagon. Photographed at Diesel Motors, St James, Western Australia , Australia.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Unknown or Other3
Visibility2 · ~12,000 mi
Electrical System1
Engine1
Exterior Lighting1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Unknown or Other343%———
Visibility229%12,000——
Electrical System114%———
Engine114%———
Exterior Lighting114%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2024, with 5 complaints
2023: 1202312024: 5202452025: 120251

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 recalls (3)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Electrical system:wiringMar 15, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V207000 · 116,020 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 GLE 350, 2020-2024 GLE 450, 2020-2023 GLS 580, GLE 580, 2019-2023 GLS 450, 2021-2023 Maybach GLS 600, AMG GLS 63, 2021-2024 AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 53 Coupe, and AMG GLE 63 S vehicles. A 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.

Risk: An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the 48-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024040002.

Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedalFeb 16, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V117000 · 466 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 GLE350, GLE450, AMG GLE53, and AMG GLE53 Coupe vehicles. The accelerator pedal module bracket may have been improperly welded, which can result in the bracket breaking or detaching.

Risk: A broken or detached accelerator pedal can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will drill through the spot welds and secure the bracket with rivets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030009.

Engine and engine cooling:critical fasteners; fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpDec 21, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V878000 · 7 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 GLC300, 2024 GLE350, and GLE450 vehicles equipped with an M254 engine. The incorrect screws, installed on the high-pressure fuel pump, may prevent a proper seal from forming between the high-pressure fuel pump and the tandem oil pump.

Risk: An inadequate seal can allow fuel and oil to leak onto the road, creating a hazard for other road users and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a fuel and oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact stated while driving at various speeds in the rain after purchasing the vehicle brand new, the windshield wipers failed to clean the windshield as needed while moving downward, creating reduced visibility of the roadway. The vehicle was…

Visibility · received Feb 20, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11643854

On the 2024 Mercedes GLE 350, the speedometer/tachometer lighting does not dim to a safe or comfortable level during night driving. The dimmer switch functions between two levels of "bright and brighter" which affects night vision and makes it near impossible to see down the road. The lighting was…

Exterior Lighting · received Dec 18, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11631436

The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH, the sunroof shattered without impact. The contact merged to the side of the road and immediately called 9.1.1. No injuries were sustained, and medical attention was not needed. The contact was giving a police…

Visibility · received Sep 23, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11615939

Hello, I am writing to inform the possible defective design of Mercedes Benz GLE 350 model. I had purchased new 2024, Mercedes Benz in September 2023. There is a issue with loud noise coming from back of car due to camera shutter opening and closing for no reason when car reaches under 16…

Unknown or Other · received May 21, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11589868

Traffic Sign Assist does not display road signs or Speed Limit signs after purchasing $300 option

Electrical System · received Apr 30, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11586214

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350?

Owners most often report unknown or other, visibility, electrical system problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GLE 350 model years, the 2024 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.