2022 Mercedes-Benz Gle350 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
75/100
#3 most-complained of 9 Gle350 years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz Gle350 has a Complaint Index of 75 and ranks 3rd worst out of 9 model years, earning an Avoid verdict. NHTSA lists 35 complaints, 7 recalls, 1 crash, and 1 fire for this year, with Engine issues topping the list at 34% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 35
- Recalls
- 7
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 4 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 22
- 19 city / 26.5 hwy
Top 2022 Mercedes-Benz Gle350 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine12 (34%)
- Other8 (23%)
- Fuel System7 (20%)
- Electrical System4 (11%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras4 (11%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (9%)
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (9%)
- Visibility & Wipers3 (9%)
- Lane Departure2 (6%)
- Airbags1 (3%)
What owners report
- Engine cooling system failure while driving at highway speed (70 MPH), triggering a warning light and requiring a tow, with a cooling fan replacement, at a median engine-related mileage of 21,000.
- Metallic ticking noise from the engine compartment during acceleration that fades at higher speeds, acknowledged by dealer technicians.
- Unintended acceleration with adaptive cruise control disabled, reported to occur repeatedly at low speed while turning.
- Lane Keep Assist and cruise control system independently slowing the vehicle from 70 MPH to 45 MPH and jerking the wheel during turns.
- Sunroof shattering without impact while driving at 20 MPH.
- Doors locking automatically with a child inside after a key fob was left in the vehicle.
2022 Mercedes-Benz Gle350 recalls
7 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 24V724000Sep 27, 2024Electrical System10,655 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE 350 and 2021-2022 GLE 450 vehicles. The front acceleration sensor's wiring harness may be routed incorrectly, which can prevent the front air bags from deploying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reroute the wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100006.
- NHTSA 23V880000Dec 21, 2023Fuel System79,676 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.
- NHTSA 23V835000Dec 8, 2023Electrical System164 vehicles
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE350 and GLE450 vehicles. A 12-Volt ground connection under the driver seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.
Risk: An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and secure the 12-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
2022 Mercedes-Benz Gle350 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19 MPG
- Highway
- 26.5 MPG
- Combined
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,650
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other Gle350 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Gle350 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 GLE350 carries a Complaint Index of 75, ranking 3rd worst among 9 model years covered, with an Avoid verdict relative to other GLE350 years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 GLE350?
- NHTSA data shows Engine complaints lead at 34% of all reports (12 complaints), followed by Fuel System at 20% (7 complaints) and Electrical System at 11% (4 complaints).
- Does the 2022 GLE350 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2022 GLE350, covering the electrical system, fuel system, structure and body, and steering, none of which are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2022 GLE350 compare to other years?
- The 2022 model's Complaint Index of 75 is worse than 2018 (38), 2023 (25), and 2024 (13), but better than 2020 (100), which is the worst year in the lineup.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2022 GLE350?
- The EPA rates the 2022 GLE350 at 22 MPG combined (19 city / 26.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,650.