2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GLE years
- Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE. That is the most of any GLE model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is unknown or other (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 40,769 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 50% | 40,769 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 25% | 64,537 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 25% | 17,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 25% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 25% | 64,537 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE.
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.
I purchased my 2016 mercedes benz gle 350 late september 2019. Since i have owned the vehicle i have had issues with water getting in through the lift gate. On saturday jan 4 this water entry through trunk caused my mercedes benz to stall while driving. Fortunately i was on a safe roadway with…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE HEADLIGHTS WERE VERY DIM AND IT WAS DIFFICULT FOR THE CONTACT TO SEE THE ROAD WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF HAGERSTOWN (1955 DUAL HWY, HAGERSTOWN, MD 21740, [redacted]) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT…
2016 mercedes benz gle. Consumer writes in regards to engine shutting off while driving. *ld the consumer stated the control module was replaced. *js
Defective jack - the car was stationary on the shoulder of an interstate in order to fix a flat tire. The jack prong was inserted as designed into the hole under the car and the car was raised to remove the tire. Upon raising, the prong deformed and resulted in the collapse of the car. The…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE?
Owners most often report unknown or other, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GLE model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.