Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 problems, recalls & best years
The deets on every Gle 350 from 2018 to 2026: 237 owner complaints and 65 recalls across 9 model years.
The model years with the most owner complaints are 2020 (89), 2021 (48), 2018 (40). Best fuel economy: 24 mpg combined (2024).
Problem areas across all years
Year by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Best mpg | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 7 | 40 | 20 | |
| 2019 | 2 | 1 | – | |
| 2020 | 27 | 89 | 22 | |
| 2021 | 14 | 48 | 22 | |
| 2022 | 7 | 35 | 22 | |
| 2023 | 3 | 15 | 22 | |
| 2024 | 3 | 7 | 24 | |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 | 23 | |
| 2026 | 1 | 1 | 23 |
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FAQ
What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz Gle 350?
The model years with the most owner complaints are 2020 (89), 2021 (48), 2018 (40).
How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 had?
Across 2018–2026, NHTSA lists 65 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).