CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (5 reports).
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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC.
Most common 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 5 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Lane Departure | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
What owners report
The engine/check-engine and cold-start noise problems have recurred despite multiple dealer repairs. In July-August 2025 the dealer documented misfire codes and a loud screech after cold starts. Its Aug-Sept repair order recorded the check-engine light returning one day after coil work, coolant entering a cylinder, and head-gasket/injector work. The dealer reported a completed test drive Sept. 17, 2025; the owner reported the vehicle broke down again Sept. 24 after only a short period of use. The service manager later described coolant/oil mixing and damaged crankshaft bearings, but said the precise cause/timing could not be determined; an engine rebuild was performed. In January 2026 the ve
The central MBUX display has gone completely blank- no communication with control panel head unit. It is not receiving data because the MBUX is frozen. Technician tried to perform a software flash update, but Mercedes own server-side security is locked. The technician attempted to reload the software, but it was explicitly blocked by Mercedes own security software. His findings were that this is failure caused within their own propriety software ecosystem and not normal wear and tear. There is no water damage or outside influence. Because the central display remains black, the backup camera is completely non-functional the rear-view backup camera fails while in reverse posing an immediate h
â1. The Factory Assembly Defect âDuring production of the 2020â2021 GLE and GLS line (V167 platform), Mercedes-Benz factory assembly workers improperly secured or seated the air conditioning evaporator condensation drain hoses. Because condensation water could not drain out underneath the vehicle, it emptied inside the vehicleâpooling silently underneath the heavy soundproofing foam, carpeting, and floor pans. â2. The Resulting Hidden Damage âUnderneath the floorboards of the GLE sits critical electrical infrastructure, including the main vehicle wiring harnesses, CAN-bus junctions, and sensitive electronic control modules. âAs water accumulated, it submerged and corroded these
The vehicle repeatedly had a check-engine light and the same engine-related complaint during multiple repair visits. The dealer attempted repairs several times, including an engine rebuild and later cylinder-head work. Despite those repairs, the engine later failed. The same loud screeching noise has now returned on cold start and lasts about 7-10 seconds. This is the same recurring problem that brought the vehicle in for repair. I believe the repeated failure to correct the condition led to the engine failure; the cause of the current screech has not yet been independently diagnosed. I am concerned about another engine failure and possible loss of power while driving. No crash, fire, or inj
2021 GLE350 - 4JGFB4KB7MA355768 purchased December 30, 2024 with 35,000. miles. Current milage 61,933. There is a critical electrical/software defect in the MBUX system which has completely blacked out. This VIN# has not been placed on recall but it is suffering the same failure as previous models (Including NHTSA campaign #21V354 and #26V281000 and I believe it warrants further investigation. The display failure creates significant safety hazards. Loff of Rear View Camera. Loss of Driver Instruments Warning. Essential driver information, including speed, safety warnings and system alerts while the vehicle is in motion, which creates a safety hazard. I have reached out to Mercedez corpo
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC questions
Does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (5), Electrical System (4), Fuel/Propulsion System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC has been fixed?
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