Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE Reliable?
2016–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Mercedes-Benz GLE Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 9 | — | — | 76 | Good |
| 2025 | 1 | 20 | 1 | — | 74 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 30 | 1 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 23 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 4 | 46 | 1 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2021 | 12 | 59 | 8 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2020 | 27 | 82 | — | — | 62 | Fair |
| 2019 | 2 | 7 | — | — | 91 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 2 | 24 | 1 | 1 | 74 | Good |
| 2017 | 6 | 62 | — | — | 70 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the GLE Compares to Similar Vehicles
The GLE scores 5 points above the average luxury — a strong result.
Known Mercedes-Benz GLE Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 362 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE reliable?+
The Mercedes-Benz GLE scores 75/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 57 recall campaigns and 362 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year GLE is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2019 GLE achieved the highest reliability score of 91/100 with 2 recalls and 7 complaints.
How many miles does a GLE last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Mercedes-Benz GLE owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used GLE will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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