Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 Problems by Year

We compared every Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 model year from 2016–2022 using 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 21 recalls and federal defect investigations. No AMG GLE63 year stands out with an unusual number of complaints. The best years are 2022.

7model years
8complaints
21recalls
—worst years
2022best years

Complaints by model year

201620172018201920202021202222112
Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
20220−20%3—Few
202122.0×6Window & WiperFew
202011.2×3EngineFew
201911.5×5Traction ControlFew
201821.6×5BrakeFew
20170—8—Few
20162—8Fuel SystemFew

* Complaints compared with the median AMG GLE63 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 problems

  • Fuel & propulsion systemworst: 2016
    225%
  • Brakesworst: 2018
    225%
  • Engine & coolingworst: 2020
    225%
  • Stability & traction controlworst: 2019
    113%
  • Steeringworst: 2019
    113%
  • Wheels & tiresworst: 2019
    113%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroofworst: 2021
    113%
  • Electrical systemworst: 2021
    113%

Latest Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 recalls

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 23V-880 · Dec 21, 2023 · 79,676 vehicles

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: 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,…

Structure › Body › Roof and pillars

NHTSA recall 23V-854 · Dec 15, 2023 · 2,976 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 23V-445 · Jun 26, 2023 · 143,551 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.

Visibility › Defroster/defogger/HVAC system

NHTSA recall 23V-177 · Mar 17, 2023 · 61,450 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, 2021 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLS63, and 2020 GLE580 vehicles. The air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air conditioner drain hoses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump › Control/drive module

NHTSA recall 22V-955 · Dec 23, 2022 · 348,183 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023.

All 21 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 recalls by year →

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 should you avoid?

None of the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What is the best year for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63?

2022 has the fewest complaints compared with other AMG GLE63 years at the same age. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.

What are the most common Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the fuel & propulsion system (2), brakes (2) and engine & cooling (2). Fuel System complaints peak in the 2016 model year.

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 had?

21 recalls across 2016–2022. The model year with the most is 2016. See all Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 recalls by year.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.