NHTSA Owner Complaint Log
This page lists owner-reported complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class. Complaints are unverified consumer reports submitted to NHTSA and do not by themselves prove a defect or defect rate.
While driving with Active Cruise Control (Distronic) and with Lane Keep Assist off and Active Lane Change Assist off, the car would forcefully and suddenly try and steer me back into my lane while performing a lane change while using the blinker. It happens randomly and abruptly. Most lane changes occur without issue and there are no obstructions or other warnings that occur during these incidences.
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE450. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the battery malfunction warning light illuminated along with other unknown warning lights. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and coasted to a stop. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering and braking functionality. The contact was able to shift the vehicle into park(P) and restart the vehicle. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to her residence; however, after turning the vehicle off, the contact touched the hood and noticed that the hood was very hot. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 8,600.
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The vehicle was originally equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire Line: Discoverer SRX LE, Tire Size: 275/50/R20, DOT Number: U93U1YB2521. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the tires started making a humming noise all around the vehicle. The contact stated that he noticed the noise after the tires were rotated. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local tire dealer who diagnosed and determined that the tires had unusual wear on the tread. The dealer recommended replacement of all four tires. The contact stated that the tires were original equipment. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000.
A safety recall from May 2022 has not been completed. This is an over the internet update to the sim in the car that should have been completed automatically by now.
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE450. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle independently stopped without driver input. The contact stated that the seat belt locked the two rear passengers in securely. Several unknown warning lights flashed quickly and then disappeared. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 3,535.
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact stated while his wife was driving 70 MPH, the engine overheated. The contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an unknown dealer who diagnosed the vehicle with a cooling system failure. Additionally, there was an unstated failure with the rear wheels. The cooling fan was replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 21,000.
While driving at highway speed, 48V system malfunction warning light illuminated, then vehicle coolant/overheat light. Vehicle lost all power, or possible entered a "limp" mode, and I was able to coast to a stop. Turned off vehicle. Checked underhood. No obvious overheating or leaks or other problems. Vehicle immediately restarted and has run fine since. This occurred in March 2022 with about 3500 miles on vehicle. Now has about 7500 miles. No further occurrence. I have not had the vehicle examined by the dealer.
The car give incorrect proximity beeps which could distract the driver. One day I was standing in the middle lane on the red light and the proximity sensors started beeping for no reason. It startled me and could have lead to distraction and possible accidents.
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 MPH with cruise control and Lane Keep Assist activated, the vehicle independently slowed and decelerated to 45 MPH. The contact also stated that while making a right, the vehicle was jerking to the left. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer on multiple occasions; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted, and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the camera needed to be adjusted for the Lane Keep Assist feature to operate as designed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle was jerking excessively to the left while making a right turn. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but offered no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 200. The contact noted that when on the right side of the rode, the vehicle jerks left, not when turning right.
Data synced from NHTSA on May 4, 2026