repaired · 2025 Q4
Body: roof and pillars
Risk. A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 10 owner complaints about the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-854 the manufacturer reports only 41% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 22, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43 has problems
10 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Electrical system
2Visibility1 crash/fire/injury
1Structure
1Suspension
1Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
1Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
1Wheels1 crash/fire/injury
1Power train
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Fuel pump: control/drive module
Risk. An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Body: roof and pillars
Risk. The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the…
repaired · 2023 Q1
Tires
Risk. Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss.
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repaired · 2023 Q4
Communication: auto crash notification
Risk. Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. If the front cover and/or rear fixed glass are not properly adhered, they may detach, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2018 vs. every other AMG GLE43 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the AMG GLE43 median. How we score
'16'17'18'19
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43, and the recalls they led to.
- Front Roof Panel DetachmentLed to recall 21V-197
In owners' words
What AMG GLE43 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Safety issue with regarding the TCU (Telematics Control Unit). Active recall does not include my VIN# /Make & Model. NHTSA campaign number 22V365. My car has Constant SOS Inoperative Message after battery failure in 2021-2022.
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43. The contact stated that the sunroof failed to open, and there was a fracture causing water to leak into the cabin of the vehicle from the upper-right side. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The dealer determined that the motor and…
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