2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 35 owner complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, most often about the engine. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-880 the manufacturer reports only 89% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 22, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 has problems

35 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine70
Fuel/propulsion system40
Electrical system41
Power train30
Engine and engine cooling30
Fuel system, gasoline30
Forward collision avoidance30
Visibility/wiper20
Lane departure20
9 other systems111

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

7 recalls

2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 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.

90%repaired · 2026 Q3

Electrical system: wiring

Recall 24V-724 · Sep 27, 2024 · 10,655 vehicles · 9,552 repaired

Risk. An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

95%repaired · 2025 Q4

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery

Recall 23V-835 · Dec 8, 2023 · 164 vehicles · 156 repaired

Risk. An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

90%repaired · 2025 Q1

Structure: body

Recall 23V-178 · Mar 17, 2023 · 70,225 vehicles · 63,268 repaired

Risk. Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

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91%repaired · 2024 Q3

Structure: body

Recall 22V-680 · Sep 12, 2022 · 161,000 vehicles · 145,709 repaired

Risk. Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

91%repaired · 2026 Q2

Communication: auto crash notification

Recall 22V-365 · May 20, 2022 · 242,722 vehicles · 219,931 repaired

Risk. A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2022 vs. every other GLE 350 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 GLE 350 median. How we score

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In owners' words

What GLE 350 owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

Check engine light came on. Called dealership on a Thursday and again on Monday after it stayed on all weekend. Was told to bring in vehicle for diagnostics and to have a ride home. Half way to the dealership the car spuddered and I had to coast to the shoulder of the road. After a few minutes, I…
Complaint 11707431 · Dec 29, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact stated that while driving on two occasions at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and lost motive power. The vehicle failed to exceed 10 MPH while driving. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken…
Complaint 11658877 · May 5, 2025 · 10,000 miles
CYLINDER HEAD. - THE CAR MISFIRES AND WHILE DRIVING THE CAR SLOWS DOWN WITHOUT NOTICE. THE CAR ALSO SHAKES WHILE IN IDOL MODE. YES THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN CONFIRMED AT THE DEALERSHIP. NO THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED THAT I AM AWARE OF - BUT IT SHOULD BE BECUASE I HAVE DONE RESEARCH AND MERCEDES…
Complaint 11643905 · Feb 20, 2025

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