How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Gle350?

NHTSA lists 21 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Gle350, which is 34% of the 62 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Gle350 electrical system?

Yes. Recall 16V759000 covers headlight adjustment on 2016-2017 GLE 300d, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, and GLE 400 4MATIC vehicles built October 14, 2015 to November 23, 2015; dealers inspect and correct the adjustment free of charge.

What is the most common electrical complaint on the 2017 Gle350?

The most frequently described issue is insufficient headlight illumination at night, along with reports of adaptive high beams switching on inappropriately and blinding other drivers.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically appear on the 2017 Gle350?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 10,000 miles for Electrical System complaints on this model year.

Did the electrical complaints on the 2017 Gle350 cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires and 0 injuries linked to Electrical System complaints for this model year.

2017 Mercedes-Benz Gle350 Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 21 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Gle350, 34% of that year's 62 total complaints. Most describe inadequate headlight illumination, and one linked recall (16V759000) covers headlight adjustment. Median mileage at failure is 10,000.

Electrical System complaints: 21; 34% of 62
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 10,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Low-beam halogen and LED headlights fail to sufficiently illuminate the road at night, forcing drivers to follow another vehicle to see the path ahead.
Adaptive high-beam assist reportedly switches into high beam when it should stay low, blinding oncoming or leading traffic.
The electronic shifter reportedly stays in neutral after the vehicle is turned off, allowing it to roll before the driver notices, with no audible warning.
Owners report erroneous warning alarms and a windshield wiper that detached from the vehicle during driving.
Several owners report being notified of recall campaign 21V058000 for a communication/electrical system issue but were unable to get the repair completed because the replacement part or over-the-air update was not yet available.

When 2017 Mercedes-Benz Gle350 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 24, 2017, latest Sep 9, 2026.

21 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2017 to Sep 2026; peak Jun 2021 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Gle350

NHTSA 16V759000Oct 20, 2016Electrical System2,215 vehicles
Exterior lighting:headlights
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 GLE 300d 4MATIC, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, and GLE 400 4MATIC vehicles manufactured October 14, 2015, to November 23, 2015. The low beam headlights on the affected vehicles may not be properly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
Risk: If the low-beam headlights are out of adjustment, the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Electrical System complaints by Gle350 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201610 (19%)
201721 (34%)
201810 (25%)
20190 (0%)
202022 (25%)
202110 (21%)
20224 (11%)
20232 (13%)
20242 (29%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Gle350?: NHTSA lists 21 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Gle350, which is 34% of the 62 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Gle350 electrical system?: Yes. Recall 16V759000 covers headlight adjustment on 2016-2017 GLE 300d, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, and GLE 400 4MATIC vehicles built October 14, 2015 to November 23, 2015; dealers inspect and correct the adjustment free of charge.
What is the most common electrical complaint on the 2017 Gle350?: The most frequently described issue is insufficient headlight illumination at night, along with reports of adaptive high beams switching on inappropriately and blinding other drivers.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically appear on the 2017 Gle350?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 10,000 miles for Electrical System complaints on this model year.
Did the electrical complaints on the 2017 Gle350 cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires and 0 injuries linked to Electrical System complaints for this model year.