Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 16 owner complaints and 13 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz GLE 400, across 4 model years (2016–2019). The 2019 model year has the most complaints (9). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No GLE 400 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2019 GLE 400: 9 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2016 GLE 400: 6 complaints, 7 recalls
- 2017 GLE 400: 1 complaint, 5 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 GLE 400 | 9 | 4 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2018 GLE 400 | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2017 GLE 400 | 1 | 5 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2016 GLE 400 | 6 | 7 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2019 (9), 2016 (6), 2017 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 400?
Electrical System, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 have?
13 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.