2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
3
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
11
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2026 GLE and 11 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is forward collision avoidance: warnings, with 3 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS3
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL3
- SERVICE BRAKES2
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING2
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL2
- STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:EXTERIOR1
- POWER TRAIN1
2026 GLE Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY · 26V353000
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+, AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ COUPE, AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ COUPE, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+, GLE 450 4MATIC COUPE, GLE 350 4MATIC, Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC, GLS 580 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, GLE 580 4MATIC, GLE 450E 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, and GLE 350 vehicles. The bolts for the rear seat belts may not be tightened properly.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the rear seat belt bolts and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 5, 2026.
AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL:CUSHION · 26V199000
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 GLE 350 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLE 350, GLE 580 4MATIC, GLS 580 4MATIC, GLE 450 E 4MATIC, AMG GLE53 4MATIC, AMG GLS63 4MATIC, AMG GLE63 S 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, and GLS 600 4MATIC vehicles. The passenger air bag fabric may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 3, 2026.
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER · 25V864000
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2025-2026 GLE 350 4MATIC vehicles. The center rear seat belts may have been installed without the child seat protection function and fail to lock a child restraint properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and FMVSS number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 19, 2025. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026010003.
2026 GLE Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSL-NCU Return Parts10/30 | Oct 31, 2026 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING, STRUCTURE:BODY | Dear Dealer Partners, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be returned to your facing PDC. The deadline for all… | 11038937 |
| NCU- 2026100003 | Oct 23, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | Issue On certain subject vehicles, the transmission control unit (VGS) does not conform to current production specifications. It is possible that the polarities of the magnets i… | 11038918 |
| LI27.00-P-080462 | Oct 22, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | Complaint Harsh upshifts, downshifts, or jolting in lower gears when accelerating. Cause Incorrectly installed (rotated) rotational speed sensors on the EHS (VGS Control Unit) c… | 11038954 |
| LI83.30-P-077763 | Oct 21, 2026 | VISIBILITY/WIPER | Complaint Customer concern of Air Conditioning not cooling. *NOTE ‑ Use of tracer DYE for leak checks is not approved. Only approved leak check procedures as per WIS are appro… | 11039062 |
| NCU- 2026080002 | Oct 15, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | Subject vehicles were visible and flagged in VMI as “OPEN†under campaign 2026080002 in Netstar-VMI on September 25, 2026. Unrepaired affected vehicles were no longer shown… | 11038926 |
| OTA- Comm. Mod. SW Upd. | Oct 9, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Issue A software update will be performed that provides enhancements to the robustness and system stability of the communication module. The update is free of charge and runs in… | 11038909 |
| LI46.10-P-080896 | Sep 26, 2026 | STEERING | Complaint Slight creaking noises when steering. Cause Noises may come from one or more sleeves of the horn contact plate. Remedy Remove the horn contact plate and check the slee… | 11038188 |
| LI18.00-P-073137 | Sep 26, 2026 | ENGINE | Complaint Sporadic warning message in instrument cluster "Engine oil pressure, stop switch off vehicle" (or similar) is shown in red on vehicles with low mileage. Cause Directio… | 11038185 |
| NCU - 2026080002 | Sep 25, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain subject vehicles, the transmission control unit (VGS) in the automatic transmission… | 11038223 |
| LI42.10-P-078779 | Sep 22, 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES | Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticea… | 11038186 |
| LI20.10-P-075374 | Sep 17, 2026 | ENGINE | Complaint Red coolant warning in instrument cluster. Fault codes U019F00 or U019F87 current/stored in MRG1 control unit. Cause Various causes Remedy Perform guided test for faul… | 11038176 |
| LI82.60-P-080383 | Sep 15, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint Radio station cover art does not refresh when switching stations. The UI continues to show the old station’s artwork instead of updating to the new one. Cause When a… | 11038174 |
| LI82.62-P-078631 | Sep 14, 2026 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise c… | 11038217 |
| LI35.31-P-080353 | Sep 14, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | Complaint Whining / humming noises (described as foghorn‑like) from the drivetrain in the rear axle area during cornering. (figure 1) On the above‑mentioned vehicles with a… | 11037834 |
| NCU - 2026090001 | Sep 11, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain subject vehicles, the control unit software for the front signal acquisition and act… | 11038224 |
| LI54.71-P-079104 | Sep 11, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint Traffic sign symbol for "Traffic Sign Assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious cause usually with one of the following scenarios: • Flashing without… | 11037806 |
| LI54.21-P-080326 | Sep 9, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint CEL light on with no drivability concerns. Cause Signal timing error. Remedy 167, 465: SW has been released. Update the FSAM to the latest SW version. 290, 118, 243, 2… | 11037732 |
| LI83.30-P-077763 | Sep 2, 2026 | VISIBILITY/WIPER | Complaint Customer concern of Air Conditioning not cooling. *NOTE ‑ Use of tracer DYE for leak checks is not approved. Only approved leak check procedures as per WIS are appro… | 11037736 |
| LI42.10-P-080253 | Sep 1, 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES | Complaint When coming to a stop or at slow speeds, brakes produce light squealing noise. Cause Optimized brake pads may produce some noise and is normal at low speeds and light… | 11037485 |
| LI83.55-P-080937 | Sep 1, 2026 | VISIBILITY/WIPER | Cause Internal failure of the scroll wheel within the AC compressor. Remedy Check the compressor's index and part number Figure 1 against Table 1. If listed please perform the f… | 11037243 |
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