Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Airbag
High risk
Mar 27, 2026
Model years: 2026
On certain vehicles, the wrong fabric may have been used for the passenger-front airbag cushion. As a result, the passenger-front airbag may not inflate properly in a crash.
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Airbag
High risk
Sep 27, 2024
Model years: 2021, 2022
Issue: On certain vehicles, the wiring harness for an acceleration sensor may not have been routed properly. As a result, the wiring could become damaged in a crash and cause the d
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Electrical
High risk
Mar 15, 2024
Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
On certain vehicles, the bolt for the 48 V ground connection under the passenger seat may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the wiring could overheat and melt.
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Structure
High risk
Feb 16, 2024
Model years: 2024
On certain vehicles, the accelerator pedal bracket may not have been welded properly. As a result, the pedal could deform and/or detach. If this happens, the accelerator pedal coul
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Powertrain
High risk
Feb 16, 2024
Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Under certain conditions, a software problem could cause the engine to stall during a downshift. As a result, there could be a sudden loss of power to the wheels.
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Fuel System
High risk
Dec 15, 2023
Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough or may not start. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt, Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz Cls Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz G Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Electrical
High risk
Dec 8, 2023
Model years: 2021, 2022
On certain vehicles, the bolt for the 12V ground connection under the driver seat may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the connection could loosen and overheat.
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Brakes
High risk
Nov 27, 2023
Model years: 2024
Under certain conditions, a software problem for the electronic stability control (ESP) control unit could cause the power brake assist not to work properly. As a result, there may
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Fuel System
High risk
Jun 23, 2023
Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023
On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough or may not start. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt, Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz Cls Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz G Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Structure
High risk
Mar 17, 2023
Model years: 2022, 2023
On certain vehicles, the window trim on the rear doors may not be properly attached. As a result, the window trim could loosen and separate from the vehicle.
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Heater And Defroster
High risk
Mar 17, 2023
Model years: 2020, 2021
On certain vehicles, the air conditioning drain hose might be installed incorrectly. This could allow water to leak inside the vehicle. If this happens, electrical components could
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Fuel System
High risk
Dec 22, 2022
Model years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
On certain vehicles, water could leak into the rear of the vehicle and build up in the spare tire wheel well. If this happens, the fuel pump control unit could short circuit and ca
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Ml Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Steering
High risk
Dec 16, 2022
Model years: 2021, 2022
Issue: On certain vehicles, the screw that attaches the steering coupling may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the steering coupling could detach from the steering sh
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Structure
High risk
Sep 9, 2022
Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022
On certain vehicles, the window trim on the rear doors may not be properly attached. As a result, the window trim could loosen and separate from the vehicle.
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Label
High risk
Jul 6, 2022
Model years: 2020, 2021
Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with Michelin Primacy Tour A/S tires, the maximum tire pressure listed on the sidewall of the tire is lower than the maximum tire pressure speci
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Other
High risk
May 20, 2022
Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, the SIM card for the communications module could disable itself. If this happens, the eCall system would not
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz A Class, Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt, Mercedes-Benz Cla Class, Mercedes-Benz Cls Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Visual System
High risk
Apr 12, 2022
Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021
Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to displa
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cla Class, Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz Glb Class, Mercedes-Benz A Class, Mercedes-Benz Glc Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Electrical
High risk
Apr 8, 2022
Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022
Issue: On certain vehicles, a ground connection under the front passenger seat may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the connection and wiring could overheat. Safety R
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Fuel System
High risk
Dec 13, 2021
Model years: 2019, 2020
On certain vehicles, small particles could damage the seals between the fuel rail and fuel injectors. If this happens, there could be a fuel leak in the engine compartment.
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz A Class, Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz Glb Class, Mercedes-Benz Glc Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Jul 5, 2021
Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021
Issue: On certain vehicles, a label on the headlamp assembly may contain incorrect information for a service technician. As a result, the headlamps may not get adjusted correctly a
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Glb Class, Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz A Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Visual System
High risk
May 14, 2021
Model years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to displa
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cla Class, Mercedes-Benz A Class, Mercedes-Benz Gla Class, Mercedes-Benz Glc Class, Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Heater And Defroster
High risk
Apr 26, 2021
Model years: 2020
On certain vehicles, the air conditioning drain hose might be installed incorrectly. This could allow water to leak inside the vehicle. If this happens, electrical components could
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Tires
High risk
Mar 2, 2021
Model years: 2018
Issue: On certain vehicles, the tires may have been cured for too long. As a result, the sidewall could crack or the tread and belts could separate. This could cause a tire failure
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Brakes
High risk
Feb 19, 2021
Model years: 2020
On certain vehicles, there may be a problem with the programming of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) system. Canadian regulations have minimum performance requirements for st
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Electrical
High risk
Feb 12, 2021
Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021
On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, the communications module may temporarily lose power during a crash. If this happens, the wrong vehicle loca
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz A Class, Mercedes-Benz B Class, Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz Cla Class, Mercedes-Benz Cls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Feb 8, 2021
Model years: 2020
Issue: On certain vehicles, the left backup light could stay on when the transmission is not in reverse gear. Safety Risk: A reverse light that does not work properly could result
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Accessories
High risk
Feb 1, 2021
Model years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to displa
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class, Mercedes-Benz Slc Class, Mercedes-Benz Gt Class, Mercedes-Benz S Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Nov 3, 2020
Model years: 2020, 2021
On certain vehicles, the seat belt buckle for the second-row middle seat may be pushed into the gap between the vehicle body and the seat cushion. If this happens, the seat occupan
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Oct 23, 2020
Model years: 2019, 2020
Issue: Certain vehicles may not display the correct warning indicator when there is a problem with the brake system. As a result, the brake system malfunction indicator lamp ("BRAK
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gla Class, Mercedes-Benz Glb Class, Mercedes-Benz Gls Class, Mercedes-Benz A Class, Mercedes-Benz Cla Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Suspension
High risk
Jun 10, 2020
Model years: 2020
Issue: On certain vehicles, the shock absorbers may wear out prematurely due to a manufacturing defect. Worn out shock absorbers may affect vehicle handling and stability. Note: Th
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Jun 1, 2020
Model years: 2020
Issue: On certain vehicles, the owner's manual does not include specific information about the adjustment of the head restraints for the third-row seats. Canadian regulations requi
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Structure
High risk
Mar 23, 2020
Model years: 2020
Issue: On certain vehicles, the rear crossmember may not have been properly welded. As a result, when the rear towing eye is used, the welds could break and the rear crossmember co
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Feb 14, 2020
Model years: 2020
Issue: On certain vehicles, if the hazard lights are switched on while the ignition is off, the lights on some interior switches may not work. When the ignition and lights are turn
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cla Class, Mercedes-Benz Gls Class, Mercedes-Benz A Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Visual System
High risk
Oct 3, 2019
Model years: 2020
On certain vehicles, the rear door window trim bars may not be properly attached. This could allow the trim bars to separate from the vehicle while driving.
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Electrical
High risk
Aug 13, 2019
Model years: 2020
On certain vehicles, the air conditioning drain hoses may not be installed correctly. This could allow condensation water from the air conditioner to enter the passenger compartmen
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Fuel System
High risk
Aug 7, 2019
Model years: 2020
On certain vehicles, the connection between the fuel filler pipe and fuel tank may not be properly welded. This could result in a fuel leak. If this happens, you may smell a fuel o
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Brakes
High risk
Jul 23, 2019
Model years: 2019, 2020
On certain vehicles equipped with the Driver Assistance Package, a software problem may cause the Active Brake Assist feature not to work properly. This could affect the feature’s
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cl Class, Mercedes-Benz Cls Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class, Mercedes-Benz S Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Steering
High risk
Dec 20, 2018
Model years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
On certain vehicles originally sold or currently registered in areas of heavy road salt usage during winter months (Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Ne
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz Cls Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz Glc Class, Mercedes-Benz Glk Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Brakes
High risk
Aug 17, 2018
Model years: 2018
On certain vehicles, a problem with the rear brake system may cause gas bubbles to form in the brake fluid. This could cause a soft brake pedal feel and a reduction in brake perfor
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gle Coupe, Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Structure
High risk
Aug 3, 2018
Model years: 2018
On certain vehicles, the front and rear glass panels of the panoramic sunroof may not have been properly attached and could separate from the vehicle. This could pose a risk to oth
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Engine
High risk
Apr 27, 2018
Model years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
On certain vehicles equipped with the Active Curve System (ACS), the oil in the ACS’s reservoir could start foaming under certain dynamic driving situations in combination with an
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gl Class, Mercedes-Benz Gls Class, Mercedes-Benz Ml Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Structure
High risk
Dec 19, 2017
Model years: 2017
Certain vehicles may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 206 – Door Lock and Door Retention Components. The left (driver's side) door locks may indicate
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class, Mercedes-Benz S Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Structure
High risk
Oct 17, 2017
Model years: 2016, 2017
Certain vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 208 - Occupant Protection in Frontal Impacts and CMVSS 115 - Vehicle Ident
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gle Coupe, Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Structure
High risk
Sep 20, 2017
Model years: 2017
On certain vehicles, the bonding of the frontal glass cover and the rear glass element of the panoramic sunroof might not meet specifications. As a result, the sunroof glass could
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Engine
High risk
Aug 15, 2017
Model years: 2016, 2017
On certain vehicles, the engine control unit may be out of specification. This could result in the engine shutting down when applying the brakes just before stopping the vehicle, a
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gle Coupe
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Steering
High risk
Apr 11, 2017
Model years: 2016, 2017
On certain vehicles, the electric power steering connector may not be properly sealed against water entry. This could allow moisture to enter the power steering control unit which
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz Gle Coupe
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Steering
High risk
Feb 9, 2017
Model years: 2016
On certain vehicles, the connections between the upper control arms and the axle stubs may not have been tightened properly during assembly. This could affect steering and directio
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gl Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Structure
High risk
Feb 9, 2017
Model years: 2017
Certain vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) 201 - Occupant Protection. The latch securing the center console doors mi
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gle Coupe, Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Structure
High risk
Feb 9, 2017
Model years: 2016, 2017
Certain vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) 208 - Occupant Protection in Frontal Impacts and CMVSS 212 - Windshield M
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Dec 13, 2016
Model years: 2016
On certain vehicles, the calibration of the front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) may not detect a small statured seat occupant if the occupant is sitting on th
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gl Class, Mercedes-Benz Gle Coupe
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Engine
High risk
Oct 18, 2016
Model years: 2015, 2016
On certain vehicles, the engine control unit software may be incorrect. This would result in reduced engine performance of 300kW (600Nm) instead of the specified 320kW (700Nm) list
Mercedes-Benz Gle Class — Engine
High risk
Jun 14, 2016
Model years: 2016
On certain AMG model vehicles, there could be an issue within the software of the engine control unit (ECU) which could cause an engine shut-down just before a vehicle stop. If thi