The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE has zero owner defect complaints and 4 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. EPA testing covers 8 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2L 4-Cyl hybrid, 3L 6-Cyl hybrid, and 4L 8-Cyl hybrid configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 16 to 24 MPG combined. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year. The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE belongs to the 4th generation (V167/C167) GLE platform spanning model years 2020–2026.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 0 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 4 campaigns
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Efficiency: 16–24 MPG (8 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| GLE350 Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 21 MPG | 28 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $3,150 / yr |
| GLE350 4matic Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 20 MPG | 27 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| GLE450 4matic Hybrid | 3L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 19 MPG | 26 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $3,450 / yr |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus Hybrid | 3L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 18 MPG | 23 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,800 / yr |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus Coupe Hybrid | 3L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 18 MPG | 22 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,800 / yr |
| GLE580 4matic Hybrid | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 15 MPG | 20 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $4,450 / yr |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus Coupe Hybrid | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 15 MPG | 19 MPG | 16 MPG | — | $4,750 / yr |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus Hybrid | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 15 MPG | 19 MPG | 16 MPG | — | $4,750 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| SUV AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | | | 15.5% |
| Coupe SUV AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| PHEV SUV AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| SUV RWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | | | 16.900000000000002% |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Optional in official NHTSA records for tested 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE models.
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Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Summary: 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.
Free Manufacturer 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.
Affected Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 GLE350, GLE450, AMG GLE53, and AMG GLE53 Coupe vehicles. The accelerator pedal module bracket may have been improperly welded, which can result in the bracket breaking or detaching.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will drill through the spot welds and secure the bracket with rivets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030009.
Affected Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 GLC300, 2024 GLE350, and GLE450 vehicles equipped with an M254 engine. The incorrect screws, installed on the high-pressure fuel pump, may prevent a proper seal from forming between the high-pressure fuel pump and the tandem oil pump.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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