repaired · 2026 Q3
Rear/other: buckle assembly
NewRisk. A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e 4MATICProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e 4MATIC, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 26, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e 4MATIC has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Electrical system
2Engine
1Air bags
1Forward collision avoidance
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Vehicle speed control
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e 4MATIC 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 Q3
Passenger side frontal: cushion
NewRisk. Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increase the risk of injury.
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
2026 vs. every other GLE 450e 4MATIC 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 450e 4MATIC median. How we score
'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What GLE 450e 4MATIC owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
**2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e — Sudden Power Loss During Highway Driving** I purchased the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE450e, VIN [XXX], on XXX. On its first trip after purchase, the check-engine light appeared and cruise control became inactive. It lost propulsion at a stop after approximately 200 miles…
Air conditioning system blows very warm air constantly, non stop, at start up when parked under sun, afternoons, even with thermostat settings to low/cool. Restarting engine, still same issue.
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