Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
NHTSA has logged 14 owner complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, most often about the engine. It is covered by 11 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-118 the manufacturer reports only 80% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 16, 2026. Updated daily.
14 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
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.
Risk. An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Risk. An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk. An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk. Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Risk. A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk. Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Risk. A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency…
Risk. An overheated electrical cable can increase the risk of a fire.
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.
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 450 median. How we score
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My wife was driving on [XXX] going ~70mph. Without warning the engine shut down and the vehicle decelerated. A message popped up saying “48 volt malfunction”. A google search indicated the car should not be driven as it could result in a fire. Note the Mercedes dealer in Centerville Ohio completed…
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE450. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the roadway, restarted the vehicle, and continued driving. The vehicle was taken to a…
Vehicle fails to accelerate when the accelerator is pushed all the way to the floor. Maximum acceleration is 20-25 mph. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. My safety is greatly put at risk in normal traffic conditions due to the inability to accelerate. I am also unable to drive…
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.