CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (2 reports).
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E recalls
Water in Spare Tire Well Can Stall Engine While Driving
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
Certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz vehicles have a software problem in the communication module that runs the automatic crash notification (eCall) system.
Most common 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
THE VEHICLE VIOLENTLY JERKS WHEN DOWNSHIFTING FROM 3RD TO 2ND IN ALL ENVIRONMENTS (HIGHWAY, CITY, ETC). THIS HAS OCCURRED SINCE THE PURCHASE OF MY CAR TO CURRENT DATE AND IS A KNOWN ISSUE BY MERCEDES-BENZ WITH NO CURRENT SOLUTION.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE550E. WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS OUT OF A PARKING LOT, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED TO THE RIGHT AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SPIN OUT OF CONTROL WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE BY FORCEFULLY DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF CORAL GABLES (300 ALMERIA AVE, CORAL GABLES, FL 33134, (305) 445-8593) WHERE A DIAGNOSTIC TEST FOUND NO FAILURE WITH THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 8,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
WHILE PARKING CAR IN A PARKING SPOT IN PRIVATE OFFICE PARKING, THE CAR ACCELERATED ITSELF (WHILE PRESSING THE BRAKE TO STOP IT) AND RAN INTO FRONT WALL. THIS SIMILAR PROBLEM HAS SHOWN EARLIER WHERE CAR ACCELERATED ITSELF WITHOUT CAUSING ANY ACCIDENT. APPARENTLY PROBLEM EXIST WHERE CAR SOMETIME ACCELERATE ITSELF. LAST TIME ACCELERATION CAUSE CRASH INTO FRONT WALL WITH SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE CAR. NOW CAR IS AT BODY SHOP FOR REPAIR. CAR WAS HEADING STRAIGHT INTO GLASS WINDOW BUT DRIVER TURNED THE WHEEL TO RIGHT TO SAVE GLASS WINDOW AND DIRECTED TOWARD THE PILLAR. AS THIS CAN BE SEEN IN THE PICTURE. THIS IS THE REASON FOR THE CRASH TO BE AT AN ANGLE, THIS WAS DONE TO AVOID CRASHING INTO BUILDING
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E questions
Does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E: Water in Spare Tire Well Can Stall Engine While Driving; Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550 E?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (2), Electrical System (1), Engine (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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.