Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2017 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component12
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Structure | 2 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 |
| Air bags | 2 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 1 |
| Communication | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 |
Safety recalls12
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 15, 202323V854000 | Structure: body roof and pillarsA detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V854000
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| Dec 23, 202222V955000 | Fuel system, diesel: delivery fuel pumpAn engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V955000
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| Mar 19, 202121V197000 | Structure: body roof and pillarsThe adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a… DetailsHide details for campaign 21V197000
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| Feb 12, 202121V072000 | CommunicationA disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services through the call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency… DetailsHide details for campaign 21V072000
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| Feb 5, 202121V058000 | Electrical system: softwareFailure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 21V058000
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| Dec 18, 201717V816000 | Latches/locks/linkages: doors latchIf the door appears to be locked, the door may be unintentionally opened, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V816000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Amg Gle43, Amg Gle63, Gle400, Gle350, Gle550e, Gle63s, Gle 400, Gle450, Gle300d. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
Owner complaints by component75
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 18 | 24 |
| Electrical system | 16 | 21 |
| Vehicle speed control | 9 | 12 |
| Steering | 8 | 11 |
| Exterior lighting | 8 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 9 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 8 |
| Structure | 5 | 7 |
| Engine | 4 | 5 |
| Power train | 4 | 5 |
| Communication | 4 | 5 |
| Seat belts | 3 | 4 |
| Air | 2 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 2 | 3 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
10 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names GLE-Class, GLE-Class Coupe, GLE-Class Hybrid.
Latest reports
- Steering
“2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE350, VIN [XXX]. While driving, the vehicle intermittently displays multiple warning lights/messages and the power-steering assistance intermittently becomes heavy/stiff.”
- Electrical system
“The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the radio screen went blank.”
- Vehicle speed control
“Car took off after going over railroad track, and accelerated without driver being able to control it. The breaks and steering went out as well. It’s like car was being driven remotely.”
Other Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class model years
- 202122 recalls92 complaints
- 202036 recalls124 complaints
- 20196 recalls34 complaints
- 20189 recalls56 complaints
- 201712 recalls75 complaints
- 201618 recalls107 complaints
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Other Mercedes-Benz models
- 2017 C-Class17 recalls253 complaints
- 2017 E-Class20 recalls167 complaints
- 2017 Sprinter9 recalls41 complaints
- 2017 GLC-Class12 recalls116 complaints
- 2017 S-Class10 recalls20 complaints
- 2017 CLA-Class10 recalls27 complaints
- 2017 Metris14 recalls29 complaints
- 2017 GLS-Class10 recalls42 complaints
- 2017 GLA-Class9 recalls35 complaints
- 2017 AMG GT5 recalls1 complaint
- 2017 G-Class4 recalls4 complaints
- 2017 GL-Class3 recalls2 complaints
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class recall questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class have?
NHTSA lists 12 safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class. The most recent, 23V854000 (reported December 15, 2023), concerns structure. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class recalls for?
The largest group is structure, with 2 campaigns. Others: latches/locks/linkages (2), air bags (2), fuel system, diesel (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
Unknown or other is the most-reported component, named in 18 complaints out of 75 filed with NHTSA (24%). Across all complaints, owners reported 10 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
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