2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).

5Recalls
3Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E recalls

Water in Spare Tire Well Can Stall Engine While Driving

Recall 22V955Dec 23, 2022348,183 vehicles affected

Water can collect in the spare tire well of certain Mercedes-Benz ML and GLE SUVs, from roughly 2012 to 2020 model years.

Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location

Recall 21V058Feb 5, 20211,292,258 vehicles affected

Certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz vehicles have a software problem in the communication module that runs the automatic crash notification (eCall) system.

Rear Door May Appear Locked When It Is Not

Recall 17V816Dec 18, 20178,700 vehicles affected

On certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLS vehicles, the left rear passenger door may show that it is locked when it actually may not be locked.

Wrong tire info on door label can throw off speedometer

Recall 17V828Dec 18, 201764 vehicles affected

A tire pressure label on the B-pillar of certain vehicles lists incorrect seating capacity and front and rear tire size information, so the vehicles do not meet a federal tire labeling standard.

Center console may unlatch in crash, sending objects flying

Recall 17V077Feb 8, 20175,882 vehicles affected

On certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLS models, the center console may unlatch during some types of crashes.

Most common 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other1
Power Train1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Fuel/Propulsion System1

What owners report

2024-03-14, Fuel/Propulsion System
I have a recall pending on my vehicle but i couldn’t get service from authorized dealer here in Las Vegas. The dealer declined to service on my vehicle because I don’t have a title for car. I purchased a car from CarMax and have a finance with Santander USA. Please help I want to have this recall fix because it could be dangerous on the road.
2023-01-10, Power Train
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE550E. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, an unknown message was displayed. The contact pulled over, and the vehicle was towed to his residence. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and it was confirmed that no failure was found. The vehicle was then taken to Mercedes-Benz of Anaheim (5395 E La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92807) where it was diagnosed with a transmission fluid leak. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to House of Imports (6862 Auto Center Dr, Buena Park, CA 90621) and the transmission was repaired; however, while pulling into his driveway, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration and cra
2023-01-10, Unknown Or Other
With my foot on the brake,the car suddenly revved up and accelerated into my garage taking the garage door and the store belongings inside.i have video and pictures of the tire marks when I stepped harder on the brake to stop the acceleration.The transmission on the car had works done by two Mercedes Benz dealers and service personnel indicated the manufacturer has stopped making this hybrid model due to multiple problems. This car while driving on the freeway at 70 mi per hour suddenly flased a dashboard warning that say "start engine or the connections will shut down".Since it is middle of the night I had to exit t t he freeway and call a tow truck because I felt the car will stall for

2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E questions

Does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E: Water in Spare Tire Well Can Stall Engine While Driving; Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location; Rear Door May Appear Locked When It Is Not; Wrong tire info on door label can throw off speedometer; Center console may unlatch in crash, sending objects flying. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1), Power Train (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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