2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350.

20192021
Complaints
118
Crashes
8
Fires
3
Injuries
6
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#129 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:35,740 mi
Fires:1
#218 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:25,174 mi
Fires:1
#35 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking

Avg mileage:12,000 mi
Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350.

Engine Problems
29
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
35,740
Electrical Faults
18
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
25,174
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
12,000
Transmission / Drivetrain
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
2,050
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
15,750
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking-Brake Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~465,172 vehicles.

23V177000Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac System
~61,450 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, 2021 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLS63, and 2020 GLE580 vehicles. The air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.

22V680000Body Structure
~161,000 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, and 2021 GLE400e, AMG GLS63, AMG GLE63 S, and Maybach GLS600 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the rear door window trim bars may detach.

22V365000Communication: Auto Crash Notification · Electrical System:software
~242,722 affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.

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2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 has 118 NHTSA complaints, 8 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 29 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (29 complaints, avg 35,740 mi); Electrical Faults (18 complaints, avg 25,174 mi); Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking (5 complaints, avg 12,000 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 26,429 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350?
NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 include 8 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 6 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 465,172 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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