Mercedes-Benz GLE580 Problems by Year

We compared every Mercedes-Benz GLE580 model year from 2020–2026 using 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 18 recalls and federal defect investigations. No GLE580 year stands out with an unusual number of complaints. The best years are 2022 and 2023.

5model years
8complaints
18recalls
—worst years
2022, 2023best years

Complaints by model year

20202021202220232026521
Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz GLE580. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
202611.5×2ElectricalFew
20230−33%3—Few
20220−60%3—Few
20212—7Collision AvoidanceFew
20205—12Wheel & TireFew

* Complaints compared with the median GLE580 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Mercedes-Benz GLE580 problems

  • Wheels & tiresworst: 2020
    225%
  • Brakesworst: 2020
    225%
  • Speed control & accelerationworst: 2020
    225%
  • Transmission & drivetrainworst: 2020
    225%
  • Engine & coolingworst: 2020
    225%
  • Driver assistanceworst: 2020
    225%
  • Electrical systemworst: 2021
    225%
  • Suspensionworst: 2020
    113%
  • Fuel & propulsion systemworst: 2021
    113%
  • Seatsworst: 2021
    113%

Latest Mercedes-Benz GLE580 recalls

Seat belts › Rear/other › Buckle assembly

NHTSA recall 26V-353 · May 29, 2026 · 203 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+, AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ COUPE, AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ COUPE, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+, GLE 450 4MATIC COUPE, GLE 350 4MATIC, Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC, GLS 580 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, GLE 580 4MATIC, GLE 450E 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, and GLE 350…

Remedy: Dealers will tighten the rear seat belt bolts and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Air bags › Passenger side frontal › Cushion

NHTSA recall 26V-199 · Mar 27, 2026 · 932 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 GLE 350 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLE 350, GLE 580 4MATIC, GLS 580 4MATIC, GLE 450 E 4MATIC, AMG GLE53 4MATIC, AMG GLS63 4MATIC, AMG GLE63 S 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, and GLS 600 4MATIC vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Electrical system › Wiring

NHTSA recall 24V-207 · Mar 15, 2024 · 116,020 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

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,…

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.

All 18 Mercedes-Benz GLE580 recalls by year →

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Mercedes-Benz GLE580 should you avoid?

None of the Mercedes-Benz GLE580 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 GLE580?

2022 has the fewest complaints compared with other GLE580 years at the same age, followed by 2023. 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 GLE580 problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the wheels & tires (2), brakes (2) and speed control & acceleration (2). Wheel & Tire complaints peak in the 2020 model year.

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz GLE580 had?

18 recalls across 2020–2026. The model year with the most is 2020. See all Mercedes-Benz GLE580 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.