2021 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 4matic problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (3) · Visibility/Wiper (1) · Power Train (1)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (79)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Steering 2026-09-26 · LI46.10-P-080896 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 sleeves for noise; see attached video. if necessary, apply lubricant to the sleeves.
Power Train 2026-09-26 · LI27.00-P-073124 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint customer complaints relating to automatic transmission 725.0 (nag3 classic /9g‑tronic automatic transmission) and 725.1 (nag3 facelift/9g‑tronic automatic transmission facelift) for faster, more effective and more targeted diagnosis, intelligent predictive repair (ipr) has been developed a
Service Brakes 2026-09-22 · LI42.10-P-078779 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while braking. cause although the cause of the vibra
Engine 2026-09-17 · LI20.10-P-075374 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 fault code u019f with xentry diagnosis. verify the following connections are clean and tight. correct any problems and retest p
Electrical System 2026-09-15 · LI82.60-P-080383 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 new station change request is triggered, a temporary glitch is causing the head unit application to fail to overwrite the pr
Structure:body 2026-09-14 · LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary,
Showing the 6 most recent of 79 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-06 · Engine“the engine/check-engine and cold-start noise problems have recurred despite multiple dealer repairs. in july-august 2025 the dealer documented misfire codes and a loud screech after cold starts. its aug-sept repair order recorded the check-engine light returning one day after coil work, coolant entering a cylinder, and head-gasket/injector work. th…”
2026-10-03 · Visibility/Wiper“1. the factory assembly defect during production of the 2020–2021 gle and gls line (v167 platform), mercedes-benz factory assembly workers improperly secured or seated the air conditioning evaporator condensation drain hoses. because condensation water could not drain out underneath the vehicle, it emptied inside the vehicle—pooling silently unde…”
2026-10-03 · Electrical System“the central mbux display has gone completely blank- no communication with control panel head unit. it is not receiving data because the mbux is frozen. technician tried to perform a software flash update, but mercedes own server-side security is locked. the technician attempted to reload the software, but it was explicitly blocked by mercedes own …”
2026-09-24 · Engine“the vehicle repeatedly had a check-engine light and the same engine-related complaint during multiple repair visits. the dealer attempted repairs several times, including an engine rebuild and later cylinder-head work. despite those repairs, the engine later failed. the same loud screeching noise has now returned on cold start and lasts about 7-10 …”
2026-07-27 · Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection“2021 gle350 - 4jgfb4kb7ma355768 purchased december 30, 2024 with 35,000. miles. current milage 61,933. there is a critical electrical/software defect in the mbux system which has completely blacked out. this vin# has not been placed on recall but it is suffering the same failure as previous models (including nhtsa campaign #21v354 and #26v281000 …”
2026-06-22 · Engine“my car has only 28,392 miles on it, but the yellow check engine light recently came on due to a faulty oil pump solenoid. i took it back to the dealership, and the repair cost was a staggering $7,000; they told me this is a common issue with this mercedes engine. if this fails to function, engine noise will increase while driving and fuel consumpti…”
2026-04-27 · Power Train“while driving on i-84 between [xxx] and [xxx] , the vehicle experienced a sudden and complete engine failure with no prior warning. the engine seized, resulting in an immediate loss of power while traveling at highway speed, creating a dangerous situation in active traffic. the driver was fortunate to safely pull the vehicle onto an exit ramp. st…”
2026-02-27 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 🔥 fire“i purchased my vehicle 2021 mercedes-benz gle 350 from mercedes dealership in ontario, and had it for only about 4 months before it catching on fire while parked at the doctors office. i purchased it [xxx], and it caught fire on [xxx] while at the doctors. i didn't drive much since i work from home. primary reason for purchase was to have a working…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.