2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE has good reliability. There are 11 recalls and 58 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE. Severity signals include 1 crash-related complaint. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Unknown Or Other (9), Engine (9), Electrical System (7).

GLE reliability snapshot

68/100

Latest model-year reliability score

2.5/5

RepairPal rating (average)

Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.

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Most-reported 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE issues

Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.

Unknown Or Other9
Engine9
Electrical System7
Tires7
Fuel System, Gasoline5
Engine And Engine Cooling3

Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE

Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.

Inspect for engine misfires or stalling during test drive
Check for excessive tire wear or cracking, especially on Yokohama tires
Verify that all recall repairs have been completed, especially for the fuel system
Test the 48-volt electrical system for malfunctions or warning lights
Examine the sunroof for signs of cracking or separation
Ensure the brakes are responsive and check for any unusual softness

What owners reported

2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE owner complaints in detail

Owners have reported 1 crash and 1 injury to NHTSA for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE. These are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defect rates.

Owner complaints9

ENGINE

Owners report that the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE experiences engine-related issues, with several complaints highlighting defective cylinder heads. Symptoms frequently described include check engine lights, loss of power, stalling, and the vehicle entering limp mode. These issues often arise at varying mileage, with some occurring as early as 10,000 miles. Safety implications are noted, as some reports involve sudden engine stalls while driving, posing risks of accidents. Buyers considering a used model should be aware of these potential engine problems and the associated repair costs.

Owner complaints7

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Owners report several electrical system issues with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE. A recurring problem involves the 48-volt battery system, which can malfunction and cause the vehicle to shut down unexpectedly while driving, sometimes at highway speeds, leading to potential loss of power and safety risks. This issue typically occurs within the first 7,600 miles. Another common complaint involves water intrusion from an improperly fixed AC vent hose, causing damage to electronic components and presenting a fire hazard. Additionally, some owners experience the check engine light activating due to unresolved software issues related to fuel pressure and temperature sensors. These problems highlight potential safety implications, including the risk of being rear-ended due to sudden vehicle shutdowns.

Owner complaints7

TIRES

Owners of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE report frequent issues with tire wear and deterioration. Complaints frequently mention rapid tread wear, with some owners needing to replace tires within the first 6 to 18 months and as early as 4,000 to 11,473 miles. Multiple owners describe problems with tire tread separation and dry cracking, particularly with Yokohama tires stored in controlled environments. Additionally, some report unusual noises and uneven tread wear with Cooper tires, observed after tire rotation. No crashes or loss of control are reported, but the need for frequent tire replacement and potential tire integrity issues could be concerning for prospective buyers.

Owner complaints5

FUEL SYSTEM

Owners of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE commonly report issues related to the availability of parts needed for recall repairs concerning the fuel system. Complaints frequently mention that the manufacturer and dealers have not provided the necessary parts for repairs within a reasonable timeframe, as indicated by multiple owners. These reports do not describe any specific failures or symptoms experienced by the vehicles, as the parts are unavailable before any potential issues could be addressed. There are no reports of crashes, fires, or loss of control associated with these complaints. Used car buyers should be aware of the potential delay in completing recall repairs due to parts availability.

Owner complaints3

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Owners of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE report issues related to the engine and cooling system, with symptoms including engine hesitation, failure to accelerate, overheating, and illuminated warning lights. Specifically, one owner describes a cracked cylinder head at approximately 57,000 miles, while another reports a cooling system failure and overheating at around 21,000 miles. These issues sometimes require the vehicle to be towed and can involve abnormal engine sounds. No crashes or fires are mentioned, but the potential for loss of power and overheating at highway speeds may pose safety risks. Buyers considering a used model should be aware of these reported issues, especially in vehicles with similar mileage.

Owner complaints3

POWER TRAIN

Owners report issues with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE's power train, particularly involving engine stalling and unintended acceleration. Complaints frequently mention the engine misfiring, causing the vehicle to slow down unexpectedly, and the car shaking while idling. Some owners describe the transmission not fully downshifting, leading to engine stalls. Additionally, there are reports of unintended acceleration when the adaptive cruise control is disabled, particularly during low-speed turns after braking. These issues pose potential safety risks, such as stalling in traffic or unintended acceleration, and have been observed by owners relatively soon after purchase, indicating they may occur at low mileage.

Owner complaints2

SERVICE BRAKES

Owners report two distinct brake-related issues with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE. One complaint describes a sudden and total brake failure shortly after servicing, attributed to an air pocket, occurring at low mileage shortly after maintenance. Another complaint details the vehicle independently stopping without driver input at approximately 3,535 miles, accompanied by flashing warning lights and seat belt locking. These issues suggest potential safety implications, such as loss of vehicle control and unexpected stopping, which could be critical in traffic situations. Buyers should be aware that these problems can arise both shortly after servicing and at relatively low mileage.

Owner complaints2

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Owners of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE report issues related to vehicle speed control, with two primary concerns emerging. One complaint describes unintended acceleration while parking, where the vehicle accelerated onto a curb despite braking efforts, though no damage or injuries occurred. Another owner reports a failure to accelerate beyond 20-25 mph, which limits safe driving in traffic and on highways; this issue began shortly after the engine light illuminated. These problems appear to occur independently, with one related to low-speed maneuvering and the other affecting overall acceleration capability. Safety implications include potential loss of control and inability to respond to traffic conditions, although no crashes have been reported.

Owner complaints2

STEERING

Owners of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE report two primary steering-related issues. One complaint describes the vehicle swaying from side to side while driving at various speeds, with no warning lights and an undetermined cause despite dealer inspection; this issue is noted at approximately 6,000 miles. Another complaint involves the vehicle's Active Cruise Control system, where the car unexpectedly attempts to steer back into the lane during a manual lane change with the blinker on, despite having Lane Keep Assist and Active Lane Change Assist turned off. Both issues could imply potential safety concerns due to unexpected vehicle behavior, though no crashes or loss of control are reported. These patterns may be relevant for potential buyers evaluating the vehicle's performance and safety features.

Owner complaints2

SUSPENSION

Owners of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE report issues related to the suspension, particularly involving abnormal vibrations and uneven tire wear. One owner describes persistent shaking and vibrating at highway speeds despite a front suspension realignment at approximately 2,731 miles. Another owner notes significant wear on the right rear tire at 18,624 miles due to camber misalignment, requiring a 4-wheel alignment and tire replacement. These issues do not appear to trigger warning lights or messages, and if unresolved, could impact vehicle handling and safety.

2022 GLE recalls (11)

Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2022 GLE. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.

POWER TRAINNHTSA 24V118000Feb 16, 2024
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 GLE 450 and GLS 450 vehicles. The transmission may not fully downshift in certain conditions, causing the engine to stall.
Consequence: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the transmission control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 23V835000Dec 8, 2023
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE350 and GLE450 vehicles. A 12-Volt ground connection under the driver seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.
Consequence: An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and secure the 12-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 24V724000Sep 27, 2024
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE 350 and 2021-2022 GLE 450 vehicles. The front acceleration sensor's wiring harness may be routed incorrectly, which can prevent the front air bags from deploying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reroute the wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100006.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 24V207000Mar 15, 2024
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.
Consequence: An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 23V880000Dec 21, 2023
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 23V445000Jun 26, 2023
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.
STRUCTURENHTSA 23V178000Mar 17, 2023
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 GLE350, GLE450, GLE580, GLS450, GLS580, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63 S, and AMG GLS63 vehicles. The rear door window trim bars may detach from the vehicle while driving.
Consequence: Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-680. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023040011.
STEERINGNHTSA 22V936000Dec 16, 2022
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE350, GLE450, 2022 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, and GLS450 vehicles. The steering coupling locking screw may loosen and possibly detach from the steering gear, resulting in a loss of steering control.
Consequence: A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering coupling locking screw, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022120016.
STRUCTURENHTSA 22V680000Sep 12, 2022
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, and 2021 GLE400e, AMG GLS63, AMG GLE63 S, and Maybach GLS600 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the rear door window trim bars may detach.
Consequence: Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022090010.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMMUNICATIONNHTSA 22V365000May 20, 2022
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
Consequence: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 22V231000Apr 8, 2022
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, 2021 AMG GLE63, Maybach GLS600 and AMG GLS63 vehicles. A ground cable bolt for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat may not be secured properly, which can cause the electrical cable to overheat.
Consequence: An overheated electrical cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the ground cable bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040017.

2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE on the road

342,887 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.

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Reliability verdict for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE scores a 57 out of 100, aligning precisely with the segment average, indicating moderate reliability. The vehicle has an elevated recall count of 11, suggesting a higher-than-typical need for manufacturer interventions. Complaints are distributed across various systems, with notable concerns in engine, electrical, and tire issues, each contributing to a broad reliability risk profile.

In its third year of the current generation, the GLE demonstrates neither improvement nor decline in reliability compared to its peers. The spread of issues across multiple categories highlights a lack of concentration in any single area, which could complicate pinpointing specific reliability concerns.

Overall, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE presents an elevated reliability risk, advising potential buyers to weigh this against their priorities.

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2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE — Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE reliable?

How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE have?

11 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.

What are the most common 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE problems?

The most-reported 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE problem areas are: Unknown Or Other (9), Engine (9), Electrical System (7).

Should I run a VIN check on a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE?

Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.