Recalls (7)
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Air Bag May Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 208
Electrical system · wiring
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE 350 and 2021-2022 GLE 450 vehicles. The front acceleration sensor's wiring harness may be routed incorrectly, which can prevent the front air bags from deploying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence
- An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and reroute the wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100006.
88.8% repairedof 10,655 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Fuel Pump Shutdown May Cause Loss of Drive Power
Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · fuel pump
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
88.6% repairedof 79,676 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Improperly Secured 12-Volt Ground Connection
Electrical system · 12v/24v/48v battery
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE350 and GLE450 vehicles. A 12-Volt ground connection under the driver seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.
- Consequence
- An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and secure the 12-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
95.1% repairedof 164 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Rear Door Window Trim Bars May Detach
Structure · body
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 GLE350, GLE450, GLE580, GLS450, GLS580, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63 S, and AMG GLS63 vehicles. The rear door window trim bars may detach from the vehicle while driving.
- Consequence
- Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-680. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023040011.
91.7% repairedof 70,225 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Loss of Steering Control
Steering · critical fasteners
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE350, GLE450, 2022 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, and GLS450 vehicles. The steering coupling locking screw may loosen and possibly detach from the steering gear, resulting in a loss of steering control.
- Consequence
- A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the steering coupling locking screw, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022120016.
94.2% repairedof 69 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Rear Door Window Trim Bars May Detach
Structure · body
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, and 2021 GLE400e, AMG GLS63, AMG GLE63 S, and Maybach GLS600 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the rear door window trim bars may detach.
- Consequence
- Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022090010.
91.9% repairedof 161,000 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Disabled Emergency Call System
Communication · auto crash notification
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
- Consequence
- A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.
90.6% repairedof 242,722 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (35)
35 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
1involved a crash
1involved a fire
4injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 20% |
| Unknown or other | 7 | 20% |
| Electrical system | 4 | 11.4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 11.4% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 8.6% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 8.6% |
| Fuel system | 3 | 8.6% |
| Power train | 3 | 8.6% |
| Lane departure | 2 | 5.7% |
| Tires | 2 | 5.7% |
How 2022 compares with other GLE 350 years
Best and worst GLE 350 years →201762
201840
20191
202089
202148
202235
202315
20247
20251
20261
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 62 | 7 |
| 2018 | 40 | 7 |
| 2019 | 1 | 2 |
| 2020 | 89 | 27 |
| 2021 | 48 | 14 |
| 2022 | 35 | 7 |
| 2023 | 15 | 3 |
| 2024 | 7 | 3 |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 | 1 | 1 |
This year (2022)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 22 mpg combined
22
mpg combined
19
city
27
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,750
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 398 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
$2,969per year
$247per month
682gallons a year
Miles ÷ 22 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 398 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 have?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns: 24V724000 (electrical), 23V880000 (fuel pump), 23V835000 (electrical), 23V178000 (structure), 22V936000 (steering), 22V680000 (structure), 22V365000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 problems?
Owners filed 35 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (7), Unknown or other (7), Electrical system (4) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic version at 19 city, 27 highway and 22 combined mpg.
How does the 2022 GLE 350 compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 model years at least five years old, the 2019 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2020 the most (89). The 2022 drew 35. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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