repaired · 2018 Q4
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk. If water enters the power steering control unit, the power steering assist may be deactivated, increasing the risk of a crash.
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350dProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350d, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-241 the manufacturer reports only 87% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 18, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350d has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Engine
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Back over prevention
1Forward collision avoidance
1Service brakes
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350d 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 · 2018 Q2
Air bags: frontal
Risk. If the front passenger air bag does not deploy as necessary in the event of a crash, the front passenger has an increased 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
2016 vs. every other GLE350d 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 GLE350d median. How we score
'16
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What GLE350d owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Multiple engine ignition coils have failed on this low mileage vehicle. History of failures are as followed. 1/18/2022 Mileage 39,246 Ignition Coil #4 6/16/2022 Mileage 40,915 Ignition Coil #2 3/16/2023 Mileage 43,866 Ignition Coil #6 and #2 4/23/2023 Mileage 44,275 Ignition Coil #1 1/15/2025…
MY 2016 MB GLE 350 WITH 57750 MILES STALLED IN THE DRIVE THRU LANE AT STARBUCKS. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE ENGINE. PARKED FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES. NOTED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. RE-STARTED THE ENGINE AND BEGAN TO DRIVE HOME. VECHICLE STALLED IN TRAFFIC AND COULD NOT BE RESTARTED. TOWED TO MB…
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