2025 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 450E 4MATIC
1 recalls — 24 complaints
25V325000 May 30, 2025
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 GLE 350 4MATIC, 2025 GLE 450e 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC Coupe, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC Coupe, AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC Coupe, and AMG GLS 63 4MATIC vehicles. The multi-purpose camer... Read more
Consequence
A detached mirror can reduce visibility for the driver. A detached camera can cause a loss of certain driving assistance systems, such as Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Brake Assist. Either of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the windshield and reinstall the multi-purpose camera and rearview mirror, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025060001.
Complaint Statistics
24 total complaints
3 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| ENGINE | 4 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| SEATS | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 1 |
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: Aug 25, 2025
Shortly after we took possession of the car, I noticed that the warning that I was not holding the steering wheel would light up when I was holding the wheel with both hands in the 10-2 position. Flipping my fingers while continuing to hold the steering wheel was sufficient to switch the warning off... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: Aug 25, 2025
Shortly after we took possession of the car, I noticed that the warning that I was not holding the steering wheel would light up when I was holding the wheel with both hands in the 10-2 position. Flipping my fingers while continuing to hold the steering wheel was sufficient to switch the warning off... Read more
STEERING
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: Aug 25, 2025
Shortly after we took possession of the car, I noticed that the warning that I was not holding the steering wheel would light up when I was holding the wheel with both hands in the 10-2 position. Flipping my fingers while continuing to hold the steering wheel was sufficient to switch the warning off... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 18, 2026
Incident date: Feb 16, 2026
*Total Engine Destruction from Thrust Bearing Failure (GM Bulletin 25-NA-307) * Yes, failure has been confirmed at Chevy Dealership (Davis Chevrolet Gainesville FL) * Yes, problem has been reproduced at dealership *Only the dealer service department has confirmed failure *No warning lights, thrust b... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 18, 2026
Incident date: Feb 16, 2026
This has happened twice. They “fixed” it and returned it to me and it did it again. I was about to pull out into traffic, once on the interstate and another time on a 2 lane highway… right as I hit the gas to pull out the car lurches forward and dies. Comes to a complete stop. It won’t cra... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 18, 2026
Incident date: Feb 16, 2026
This has happened twice. They “fixed” it and returned it to me and it did it again. I was about to pull out into traffic, once on the interstate and another time on a 2 lane highway… right as I hit the gas to pull out the car lurches forward and dies. Comes to a complete stop. It won’t cra... Read more
SEATS
May 23, 2025
Incident date: May 21, 2025
When the child safety lock is engaged and the vehicle is in a driving or no-driving state, all the doors start to make a clicking noise. I am not sure if the child lock is engaged at this point, which creates safety issues, especially when driving with kids.
SEATS
May 2, 2025
Incident date: May 1, 2025
Passenger safety restraint system fault error appears on and off without any correlation to driving conditions or passenger presence. This error is potentially deadly since it will cause the passenger airbag not to deploy in an accident.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 26, 2025
Incident date: Jan 28, 2025
When I push the start button my car sometimes won't start and it won't go in drive. There has not been any warning lamps, messages or symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. It started about 2 weeks ago, it doesn't always happen, but it's happening more frequently now. I had an emergency yeste... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 26, 2025
Incident date: Jan 28, 2025
When I push the start button my car sometimes won't start and it won't go in drive. There has not been any warning lamps, messages or symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. It started about 2 weeks ago, it doesn't always happen, but it's happening more frequently now. I had an emergency yeste... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 26, 2025
Incident date: Jan 28, 2025
When accelerating in hybrid mode, the vehicle loses power and forcefully reduces speed. A "Performance extremely limited" message appears on the driver console. Sometimes it goes into "turtle" mode, limiting performance until the car it is turned off. Sometimes the "check engine" light comes on,... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 23, 2025
Incident date: Jan 27, 2025
2022 GMC Yukon Denali, 6.2 with 37,000. Bearings failed. Needs a new motor. 150 miles away from home. Engine failed with no warning on a highway. Had to call police to assist. Paid for a tow truck out of pocket. Covered Under powertrain warranty, Unsure if I will get a new or refurbished motor. I w... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 23, 2025
Incident date: Jan 27, 2025
Was driving vehicle, started making grinding noise and would not move. After a couple restarts it moved, but was locked in 4x4 snow mode and would not change. Limped pinhole and had tow truck take to dealership. Diagnosis PTU is bad and needs to be replaced. Estimated cost is about $4000. Replaceme... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 23, 2025
Incident date: Jan 27, 2025
The vehicle loses power while driving and flashes "Performance Extremely Limited." We have had this happen in intersections and while getting on the highway almost causing an accident on more than one occasion. When this occurs the vehicle decelerates quickly, will not use the batter and basic funct... Read more
STEERING
Apr 12, 2025
Incident date: Apr 5, 2025
For several months (around early December) the steering wheel has been snapping in and out of place and not steering smoothly and had a subtle clicking sound. It felt as if it was catching on something, but the car was NOT pulling or shaking. I brought it to a local auto shop (that replaced my tires... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 10, 2025
Incident date: Mar 8, 2025
Subaru settled a class action lawsuit regarding faulty battery and DMC component that drains the battery continuously. My dealer just replaced my battery and DCM under warranty (I'm assuming the warranty is a result of the lawsuit). However, this does not ultimately remedy the problem. The new DMC w... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 10, 2025
Incident date: Mar 8, 2025
Indicator is on, saying airbags are at risk.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 10, 2025
Incident date: Mar 8, 2025
GLE 450e Plug In-Hybrid. Car went into ‘Turtle Mode’ on Saturday March 8th for no known reason. Turtle Light and Check Engine warning lights came on and there was a warning message “Significant Reduction in Power”. My understanding this is a vehicle initiated precaution when something trigge... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 25, 2025
Incident date: Feb 3, 2025
Known issue of paint peeling around the window frame on white vehicles. However, Toyota indicates that this VIN is not affected by this reported issue. They cannot explain why and deny it could be happening based on the VIN number alone.
ENGINE
Feb 10, 2025
Incident date: Feb 10, 2025
Electrical System: The dashboard and screen have repeatedly turned off, the windows have become inoperable, and numerous warning lights and messages have appeared, including alerts for night vision, front camera sensor, and service car. Climate Control System: The system blows inconsistent temperatu... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 9, 2024
Incident date: Dec 8, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Lexus RZ 450. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in park(P), the vehicle failed to shift out of park after multiple attempts. The vehicle eventually shifted into drive(D) and as the contact began to drive the vehicle, the vehicle began to hesitate as the brake warn... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 9, 2024
Incident date: Dec 8, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Lexus RZ 450. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in park(P), the vehicle failed to shift out of park after multiple attempts. The vehicle eventually shifted into drive(D) and as the contact began to drive the vehicle, the vehicle began to hesitate as the brake warn... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 9, 2024
Incident date: Dec 8, 2024
Vehicle goes into Turtle mode with the error that says Performance Extremely Limited. It happens without any warning and has already happened 3 times right now. Last night (December 8th, 2024) it happened as my wife was merging into the freeway. All of a sudden, the power got cut out almost complet... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 22, 2024
Incident date: Oct 1, 2024
My daughter was stopped at a stoplight and the auto-stop engaged. The light turned green and she began to accelerate when all of the error lights on the dash lit up, then the dash info system and infotainment system went out followed by the engine turning off and not restarting. While all of this ha... Read more
Crash
MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 450E 4MATIC — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 450E 4MATIC across all model years (2025–2026).
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Total Recalls
24
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
3
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 450E 4MATIC — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2025 (current) | 1 | 24 |