2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class reliability
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class has 31 complaints with NHTSA after 4 years, or 10 per year. That is more complaints per year than most GLE-Class years here — over the median of the other years, which is 7. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (9 of 31), then Forward collision avoidance (6) and Speed control (4). The most filings arrived in 2024 (13 of 31). Those filings include 3 that report a crash.
The 2022 GLE-Class has 63 complaints, 14 per year, and the 2024 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2023 has fewer complaints per year than the 2022. The 2023 has more complaints per year than the 2024.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (31 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"VEHICLE: 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 VIN: [XXX] COMPONENT: Power train, automatic transmission DESCRIPTION: When the vehicle is placed in Park with the engine running, the vehicle experiences an intermittent jolting or…"
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"Panel on roof between front windshield and panoramic roof completely shattered"
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"When driving on an interstate going 55-70 mph and the cruise in on, the car cruise flashes randomly down to 15 or 20 mph and the car severely brakes. This is NOT because someone is in front of us on the highway. It does…"
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"First incident on I5 around exit 186 9 car was cruise control was on. Speed was set at 65. Car was accelerating from 60 to 65 but all of a sudden it slams on the brakes when no car was in front from 60ish to 45. Almost…"
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"Después de hacer todo el procedimiento a demás que mi información refleja en su página para te arme o darme el auto me piden como hice el pago mas sin enbargo a ellos les refleja como a mí mediante la aplicación yo…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe SUV AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class SUV AWD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class SUV RWD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class reliable?
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class has 31 complaints with NHTSA after 4 years, or 10 per year. That is more complaints per year than most GLE-Class years here — over the median of the other years, which is 7. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (9 of 31), then Forward collision avoidance (6) and Speed control (4). The most filings arrived in 2024 (13 of 31). Those filings include 3 that report a crash.
Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2022 GLE-Class has 63 complaints, 14 per year, and the 2024 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2023 has fewer complaints per year than the 2022. The 2023 has more complaints per year than the 2024.
Has the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
Owners have filed 31 complaints about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class with NHTSA.
How much can a Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 tow?
Mercedes-Benz USA currently lists 7,700 lbs towing capacity for the GLE 350 when properly equipped. Confirm the rating and hitch package for your model year in the owner’s manual.
What oil does a GLE 350 take?
W166 (2016-2019): 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, or 5W-40. W167 (2020-on): 0W-20, 0W-30, or 0W-40 — verify the MB sheet on the oil container and engine sticker.
What does recall 17V-241 cover on early GLE?
Certain 2016-2017 GLE, GLS, GLE Coupe, and E-Class Coupe vehicles where the electric power steering connector may be insufficiently sealed against water entry. Moisture can interrupt the control module and deactivate power assist.