2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 Problems & Complaints

Use caution1.7× as many complaints as a typical year of the GLE350 at the same age

Owners have filed 41 complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 1.7× as many as a typical GLE350 model year at the same age — above average, so look closely at the problem areas below before you buy. The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling (12 complaints, typically around 21,000 miles). 7 recalls cover this model year.

41complaints
7recalls
1crashes
1fires
4injuries
0deaths

Most common 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 problems

  • Engine & cooling~21,000 miles
    1229%
  • Other / not specified
    922%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    820%
  • Electrical system~87,000 miles
    717%
  • Driver assistance~3,000 miles
    512%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof~12,000 miles
    37%
  • Speed control & acceleration
    37%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    37%
  • Wheels & tires~11,000 miles
    25%
  • Air bags~1,000 miles
    12%
  • Suspension~3,000 miles
    12%
  • Brakes
    12%
  • Body & structure
    12%
  • Lights
    12%

Share of the 41 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mercedes-Benz GLE350 complaints by model year

2016201720182019202020212022202320242025202653624019156411621106
Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz GLE350. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best GLE350 years: 2019. Years to avoid: 2020, 2021, 2022. Compare all years →

2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 recalls (7)

Electrical system › Wiring

NHTSA recall 24V-724 · Sep 27, 2024 · 10,655 vehicles

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.

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.

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,…

Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery

NHTSA recall 23V-835 · Dec 8, 2023 · 164 vehicles

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.

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.

Structure › Body

NHTSA recall 23V-178 · Mar 17, 2023 · 70,225 vehicles

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.

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.

Steering › Critical fasteners

NHTSA recall 22V-936 · Dec 16, 2022 · 69 vehicles

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.

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.

Structure › Body

NHTSA recall 22V-680 · Sep 12, 2022 · 161,000 vehicles

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.

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.

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Communication › Auto crash notification

NHTSA recall 22V-365 · May 20, 2022 · 242,722 vehicles

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.

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.

What 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 owners say

Engine & cooling

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle hesitated and failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. After waiting a few minutes, the vehicle was restarted; however, the contact noticed an abnormal sound coming from the engine while driving. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that a cylinder head had cracked. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle remained at the dealer unrepaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000.

57,000 miles · Dec 2025

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact stated that while driving on two occasions at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and lost motive power. The vehicle failed to exceed 10 MPH while driving. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be rebuilt or replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and filed a claim. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

10,000 miles · Apr 2025

Fuel & propulsion system

When I got gas the estimated range indicated 308 Miles. We traveled approximately 134 Miles the estimated range was at 86 Miles it was dropping rapidly but average miles indicated 26.5 MPG. The next day we added fuel again and we were at 382 Miles. Then we drove 70 miles and the fuel indicator was showing that our range only decreased 15 Miles. During the trip the range increased multiple times and between the two days we traveled we did not know how much fuel was left in the car. The first trip it showed that we burned half a tank and the second day it showed we hardly burned any gas. This particular model has Open Recall for fuel pump system issues and display software. We were afraid that we were running out out of gas and would not be able to complete our trip or run out of gas in the middle of the highway.

Jan 2026

A safefy recall was issued December 2023 for my vehicle. I received a recall notification letter dated February 2024. The letter stated that the fuel pump impeller mighe deform contacting the fuel pump housing causing the fuel pump to stop operating. As a result the vehicle could lose drive power and increase the risk of a crash or injury. As a result I am reluctant to drive my vehicle far from home. I'm told after nearly five months there is no remedy. Someone at the local dealership said the remedy is available but had not reach the area where I live. As a customer I am totally dissatisfied with the handling of this safety recall.

May 2024

Electrical system

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4Matic. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle jerked and lost motive power. The contact pulled over to the side of the road until the vehicle stopped. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the accelerator pedal wiring harness and loosened pin segments were replaced; however, the failure recurred three days later. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where unknown repairs were performed; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was filed, and the manufacturer partially covered the second repair. …

87,000 miles · Jun 2026

I was told by the investigators that the fire was caused by an electrical component under the passenger seat that Mercedes is well aware of. My life was placed in danger because of the Inhalation of forever chemicals and lung damaging smoke and super heated air. Problem confirmed by dozens of owners who experienced and documented the very some accounts, some who have reported contacting the NHTSA years prior to my experience but nothing was done to save lives or prevent losses. The American Freedom insurance investigator told me in writing what caused the fire. Nothing gave any indication that my life was in danger not a light, an alarm nor the monthly Connect service I paid for every month. Nothing gave me an indication that something like this was going to happen.

Apr 2026 · fire · 3 injuries

2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo9-speed automaticRWD19 / 27 / 22

EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 a good car?

Based on 41 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 GLE350 rates use caution: 1.7× as many complaints as a typical year of the GLE350 at the same age. It is one of the GLE350 years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350?

The engine & cooling — 12 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year, most often about cooling system › fan. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (8) and electrical system (7).

How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 have?

There are 7 recalls for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350, the most recent from September 27, 2024 (wiring). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz GLE350?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2019. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2020, 2021 and 2022. See the full Mercedes-Benz GLE350 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 10,000 miles; 82% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

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.