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
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
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?
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.
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.