2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 4, 2017 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other GLE years
Not enough data 2nd of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE. That ranks 2nd out of 5 GLE model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 8 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE problems

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

Power Train1 · ~8 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train1100%8——

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

2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

When the engine is shut off while the transmission is still in drive, the transmission is automatically shifted into neutral, not park. As a result, the passenger attempting to exit the vehicle could not do so because the vehicle was rolling...very unsafe, especially if children were greeting the…

Power Train · received Nov 4, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11043260

Other Mercedes-Benz GLE years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
2020 GLE10
2019 GLE10
201810
2017 GLE10
2016 GLE40

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE?

Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2018 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 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.