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Mercedes-Benz Gle 400 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Gle 400 from 2017 to 2019: 10 owner complaints and 12 recalls across 3 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2019 (9), 2017 (1). Best fuel economy: 20 mpg combined (2019).

Mercedes-Benz Gle 400
Photo: Chanokchon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical3
Exterior lights2
Speed control / throttle1
Other / unknown1
Fuel system1
Tires1
Transmission & drivetrain1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20175120
201830–
20194920

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz Gle 400?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2019 (9), 2017 (1).

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz Gle 400 had?

Across 2017–2019, NHTSA lists 12 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).