Mercedes-Benz · GLE-Class · 2023
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
2
Recalls
31
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class has 2 recalls and 31 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: unknown or other (6 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is unknown or other with 6 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class currently shows 2 NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 31 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are unknown or other (6), structure (4), power train (3).
- Vehicle
- 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
- Recalls
- 2
- Complaints
- 31
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
16.9% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 24V207000March 15, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 GLE 350, 2020-2024 GLE 450, 2020-2023 GLS 580, GLE 580, 2019-2023 GLS 450, 2021-2023 Maybach GLS 600, AMG GLS 63, 2021-2024 AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 53 Coupe, and AMG GLE 63 S vehicles. A 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.
Remedy Status
Dealers will inspect and tighten the 48-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024040002.
NHTSA ID: 23V880000December 21, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
Remedy Status
Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.
Owner Complaints
31 totalUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 29, 2026
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 lurching sensation approximately every 5 seconds, accompanie...
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STRUCTURE
Dec 24, 2025
Panel on roof between front windshield and panoramic roof completely shattered
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 23, 2025
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 it when no one is in front of us. Sometimes there are car...
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE
Sep 10, 2025
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 caused the car in the back to hit us. Multiple incident of c...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 20, 2025
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 facilité una cuenta CD que no refleja el saldo hasta el tiempo un...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 31, 2024
As I was driving, sunroof suddenly exploded. My screen was partially opened. The sunroof itself was closed. I did not observe anything to hit the car, I did not hear any road debris hit the car. The glass shattered inside the vehicle over myself/my person, also my passenger in th...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 28, 2024
Cracked windshield. Manufacturer has not been able to supply a replacement for 4 months. Every time I ask for an ETA the day moves back a month. This is a safety concern for many affected drivers with no apparent solution from MBUSA.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN
Aug 6, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V880000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 6, 2024
On [XXX] Safelite attempted to repair a chip in my windshield but the repair was unsuccessful due to the size of the chip and it ran across the windshield from the top middle to the passenger side. I contacted my insurance company, USAA, and Safelite to get the windshield replace...
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 17, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shut off without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with fuel contamination. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class have?
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class has 2 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
NHTSA has received 31 owner-reported complaints for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class are unknown or other (6 reports), structure (4 reports), power train (3 reports).
Does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 2 recalls on record for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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