repaired · 2026 Q1
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 10 owner complaints about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, most often about the forward collision avoidance. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-207 the manufacturer reports only 84% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 28, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 has problems
10 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Forward collision avoidance3 crash/fire/injury
2Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
2Structure1 crash/fire/injury
2Electrical system
1Steering1 crash/fire/injury
1Vehicle speed control
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Lane departure1 crash/fire/injury
1Power train1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 1 |
| Power train | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 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 · 2026 Q1
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
Risk. A broken or detached accelerator pedal can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Engine and engine cooling: critical fasteners
Risk. An inadequate seal can allow fuel and oil to leak onto the road, creating a hazard for other road users and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase 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
2024 vs. every other GLE 450 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 450 median. How we score
'16'17'20'21'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What GLE 450 owners report
Recent forward collision avoidance complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Around 4pm 2/26/2026 my wife was driving southbound on I-65 around Middle River Bridge just north of Mobile AL. We were in the right lane when the car began to hydroplane; she immediately took her foot off of the accelerator and did not apply breaks. I was in the back seat due to a previous day…
The Mercedes GLE450 was stopped at a red light. When the light turned green, the driver entered the intersection. The automatic braking system engaged without reason (there was open road ahead), bringing the car to a sudden standstill. The driver accelerated again, but this time the car went…
The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the vehicle came to a sudden stop while approaching a puddle of water. The contact was thrown forward. There was an unknown warning light illuminated. The air bags did not deploy. The contact confirmed…
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