2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 7 of 22 complaints (32%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 63 in 2022 to 22 in 2023.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | vs. 2023 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,350–4,850 | 3,500–4,850 | 3,500–4,550 | 3,250–4,850 | 3,350–4,850 | |
| Combined MPG | 16–23 | 16–22 | 17–22 | 16–24 | 16–23 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15–21 / 19–26 | 15–20 / 19–27 | 15–20 / 19–25 | 15–21 / 19–28 | 14–21 / 19–28 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 393–540 | 394–541 | 394–535 | 369–539 | 382–554 | |
| Complaints filed | 84 | 63 | 22 | 30 | 1 | |
| Recalls issued | 22 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 6 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 8 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 7 of 22 NHTSA complaints (32%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class get?
EPA rates it 17–22 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
EPA estimates $3,500–$4,550 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (8)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 9-spd | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 20 mpg (high) | 25 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | $3,500 (low) | 394 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 9-spd | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 18 mpg | 22 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 456 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 9-spd | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 17 mpg | 21 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 471 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 20 mpg (high) | 25 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | $3,500 (low) | 401 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 20 mpg (high) | 24 mpg | 21 mpg | $3,700 | 413 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 9-spd | 8 | 4.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 15 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $4,550 (high) | 535 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic 9-spd | 8 | 4.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 15 mpg (low) | 20 mpg | 17 mpg (low) | $4,550 (high) | 528 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic 9-spd | 8 | 4.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 492 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING · Campaign 24V207000 · Mar 18, 2024
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 GLE 350, 2020-2024 GLE 450, 2020-2023 GLS 580, GLE 580, 2019-2023 GLS 450, 2021-2023 Maybach GLS 600, AMG GLS 63, 2021-2024 AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 53 Coupe, and AMG GLE 63 S vehicles. A 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.
Consequence: An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the 48-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024040002.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · Campaign 24V118000 · Feb 20, 2024
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 GLE 450 and GLS 450 vehicles. The transmission may not fully downshift in certain conditions, causing the engine to stall.
Consequence: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the transmission control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · Campaign 23V880000 · Dec 26, 2023
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.
STRUCTURE:BODY · Campaign 23V178000 · Mar 20, 2023
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 GLE350, GLE450, GLE580, GLS450, GLS580, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63 S, and AMG GLS63 vehicles. The rear door window trim bars may detach from the vehicle while driving.
Consequence: Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-680. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023040011.