CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 has 17 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (9 reports).
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 recalls
Front airbags may not deploy properly in a crash
Some Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 and GLE 450 SUVs from 2021 and 2022 have a front acceleration sensor wiring harness that may be routed incorrectly.
Loose Ground Wire Can Overheat and Cause Fire
A 48-volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be secured properly, so the connection can overheat over time.
Transmission May Not Downshift, Causing Engine Stall
Certain 2020-2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 and GLS 450 vehicles may have a transmission that does not fully downshift under some conditions.
Loose Ground Connection Can Overheat and Cause Fire
A 12-volt ground connection under the driver seat may not be secured properly.
Fuel Pump May Shut Off, Causing Loss of Power
The fuel pump in these vehicles may shut down while driving.
Water Can Leak Into the Cabin, Risking Fire and Lost Safety Functions
Air conditioner drain hoses on these vehicles may have been installed incorrectly, allowing water to drain into the passenger compartment instead of outside the vehicle.
Steering Screw May Loosen, Risking Loss of Steering
A steering coupling locking screw in these vehicles may loosen and could possibly detach from the steering gear.
Rear Window Trim Bars May Detach, Creating Crash Risk
Due to a manufacturing error, the rear door window trim bars on certain vehicles may detach.
Emergency call system may fail to connect in a crash
A software error in the communication module's SIM card can cause a mobile network connection failure.
Loose Ground Bolt Can Overheat Wiring, Causing Fire Risk
A ground cable bolt for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat may not be secured properly.
Loose Heater Ground Bolts Can Overheat Wiring, Fire Risk
On certain 2021 vehicles, the ground connection bolts for the electric heater in the passenger-side footwell may not be properly tightened.
Misaligned LED headlights may reduce nighttime visibility
Some vehicles may have had their LED headlights incorrectly adjusted during a repair.
Rearview camera may show a blank screen, raising crash risk
The multimedia system software in these vehicles can cause the infotainment display to stay black or reboot after startup.
Stability Software May Pull Vehicle to One Side, Raising Crash Risk
The electronic stability control software can apply torque to one front wheel during certain evasive driving maneuvers, which may pull the vehicle unexpectedly to one side.
Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location
Certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz vehicles have a software problem in the communication module that runs the automatic crash notification (eCall) system.
Middle Rear Seat Belt Buckle Can Slip Out of Reach
The middle rear seat belt buckle can be pushed down into the gap below the seat cushion while the belt is being fastened.
Dashboard switches may not light up in the dark
Certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles from model years 2020 and 2021 may have an instrument cluster software issue.
Most common 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 problems
Problem areas named in the 15 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Engine | 7 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
See attached letter for complaint
1. Failed component/system. Primary issue is stalling under normal operating conditions. The vehicle is available for inspection. It is a 2024 Porsche Panamera. It is currently with the dealership at Chantilly. 2. The vehicle stalls while I was crossing a highway potentially leading to a collision. The second time it stalled my daughter was in the vehicle, which could have put her in danger and others on the roadway. 3. The dealership could not replicate the issue 4. The dealership will not have Porsche engineering try to identify the issue they are just stating they cannot replicate it while test driving. 5. There was no indication or warning light that stalling would occur. There were so
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Driving down a multi-lane highway at 70 mph, a 48V battery malfunction warning goes off as well as the yellow check engine light. A few seconds later a âcoolantâ error alert pops up. SUV loses acceleration with power dropping from 70 mph to 55 mph to 35 mph. Another message displayed on screen warning me to âPull over and turn the engine off.â Narrowly missing being hit from the back, I was able to coast to an upcoming exit into a storeâs parking lot before the car stalled completely.
The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE450. The contact stated that on two separate occasions the vehicle failed to start on the initial attempt. The vehicle was towed to dealer who diagnosed that the firmware needed to be updated. The vehicle was repaired. The failure recurred a second time approximately 90 days later. The vehicle was towed to the same dealer who diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 13,525.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 questions
Does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 17 safety recalls for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450: Front airbags may not deploy properly in a crash; Loose Ground Wire Can Overheat and Cause Fire; Transmission May Not Downshift, Causing Engine Stall; Loose Ground Connection Can Overheat and Cause Fire; Fuel Pump May Shut Off, Causing Loss of Power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (9), Engine (7), Power Train (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 has been fixed?
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