Mercedes-Benz Gle reliability

On affected vehicles under specific conditions (such as electric driving in wet weather) the required operating force of the brake pedal for a deceleration intended by the driver might be increased.�

Fix: Update the ESP control unit software

Recalled models: GLE · 3,414 vehicles

On affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.

Fix: Replace the fuel pump module.

Recalled models: GLE/GLS(167) · 808 vehicles

On certain vehicles the air conditioning drain hoses might be incorrectly fitted in the vehicle.�

Fix: Check the air conditioning drain hoses and correct their installation if necessary.�

Recalled models: GLE/GLS(167) · 243 vehicles

On certain vehicles the air conditioning drain hoses might be incorrectly fitted in the vehicle.�

Fix: Check the air conditioning drain hoses and correct their installation if necessary.�

Recalled models: GLE/GLS(167) · 6,961 vehicles

On affected vehicles water might accumulate in the spare wheel well. The water could briefly come into contact with the fuel pump control unit impairing the fuel supply to the engine.

Fix: Install a water drain plug in the spare wheel well check for water infiltration and replace the fuel pump control unit if necessary.

Recalled models: GLE · 3,777 vehicles

On affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.

Fix: Replace the steering gear mounting bolts on the affected vehicles with steel bolts. Should the bolts break or already be broken change the steering gear.

Recalled models: GLE · 51,251 vehicles

On affected vehicles water might accumulate in the spare wheel well. The water could briefly come into contact with the fuel pump control unit impairing the fuel supply to the engine.

Fix: Install a water drain plug in the spare wheel well check for water infiltration and replace the fuel pump control unit if necessary.

Recalled models: GLE · 31,569 vehicles

On certain vehicles the steering coupling might not be tightened with the specified torque.

Fix: Replace the locking screw of the steering coupling.

Recalled models: GLE · 2 vehicles

The fixation of the trim bar at the rear door windows might not meet specifications.

Fix: Check the fixation of the trim bars on the rear door windows and rework them if necessary.

Recalled models: GLE · 14,014 vehicles

The bolting of a 12V power supply line might be fastened with an insufficient torque.

Fix: Check the bolting of the wiring harness for correct torque and correct it if necessary. Additionally the contact area will be checked for potentially existing damages and if necessary the affected electrical lines and the contact module will be replaced.

Recalled models: GLE/GLS(167) · 1,424 vehicles

The bolting of the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat might be fastened with an insufficient torque.

Fix: Check the bolting of the ground connection on the affected vehicles and correct it if necessary.

Recalled models: GLE/GLS(167) · 523 vehicles

On certain vehicles the software of the engine control unit might not meet specifications.

Fix: Conduct an update the software of the engine control unit on the affected vehicles.

Recalled models: GLE/GLS(167) · 51 vehicles

On certain vehicles with a Diesel engine the coolant pump which is controlled by vacuum might have a leakage between the vacuum system and the coolant circuit.

Fix: Update the software of the coolant pump and replace the electrical switch valve on the affected vehicles.

Recalled models: GLE/GLS(167) · 35,624 vehicles

On certain vehicles with a 4-cylinder Diesel engine the crankshaft might not meet specifications.

Fix: Replace the engine on the affected vehicles.

Recalled models: GLE · 23 vehicles

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

Recalled models: M/GLE/GL/GLS-CLASS · 23 vehicles

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

Recalled models: GLE/GLS · 7 vehicles

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

Recalled models: M/GLE/GL/GLS-CLASS · 21 vehicles

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

Recalled models: M/GLE/GL/GLS-CLASS · 50,390 vehicles

On certain vehicles the seat assembly condition might not meet specifications

Fix: Conduct a check of the seats on the affected vehicles and rework them if necessary

Recalled models: GLE/GLS(167) · 1 vehicles

The belt tensioner arm may have been manufactured with borderline tolerance.

Fix: Replace the belt tensioner. Additionally check the v-ribbed belt on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.

Recalled models: GLE · 427 vehicles

The polycarbonate panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.

Fix: Remove the bonded panel and install a new polycarbonate panel if required.

Recalled models: GLE COUPE · 61 vehicles

The air conditioning drain hoses might be incorrectly fitted in the vehicle.

Fix: Conduct a check of the air conditioning drain hoses and correct their installation if necessary.

Recalled models: GLE/GLS(167) · 1,258 vehicles

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

Recalled models: GLE/GLS · 108,971 vehicles

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

Recalled models: GLE · 86,604 vehicles

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

Recalled models: GLE COUPE · 90,716 vehicles

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

Recalled models: M/GLE/GL/GLS-CLASS · 106,665 vehicles

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

Recalled models: GLE COUPE · 162,581 vehicles

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

Recalled models: GLE/GLS(167) · 10,410 vehicles

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

Recalled models: GLE COUPE · 81,267 vehicles

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

Recalled models: GLE · 6 vehicles

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

Recalled models: GLE/GLS(167) · 7 vehicles

The communication module may be deactivated

Fix: Carry out a check of the configuration of the communication module on affected vehicles and if necessary activate the communication module.

Recalled models: GLE/GLS · 24 vehicles

The dashboard might not meet specifications

Fix: Replace the dashboard on the affected vehicles.

Recalled models: GLE/GLS · 7 vehicles

The shield for the high-voltage wiring harness may not permanently withstand the electrical loads that are induced under certain driving profiles

Fix: Replace the high-voltage wiring harness on the affected vehicles

Recalled models: GLE/GLS · 2,377 vehicles

The middle seatbelt buckle could be pushed under the seat cushion in certain circumstances while buckling up

Fix: Adjust the positioning of the double buckle on the affected vehicles.

Recalled models: GLE · 2,595 vehicles

Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.

Fix: Update the relevant control unit�s software and if necessary replace the NOx sensors.

Recalled models: ML/GLE · 994 vehicles

Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates

Fix: Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual. Check and replace N0x sensor if necessary.

Recalled models: ML/GLE · 1,230 vehicles

The tensile strength of the welds on the rear crossmember might not meet the specification.

Fix: Replace the rear crossmember

Recalled models: GLE · 77 vehicles

The wiring harness under the right seat of the second seat row might not be routed according to specification.

Fix: Check the routing of the wiring harness correct it if necessary and repair any potentially existing damages on the wiring harness.

Recalled models: GLE · 116 vehicles

The third row seat head restraints may not meet specification on affected vehicles.

Fix: Replace the head restraints on affected vehicles

Recalled models: GLE · 1 vehicles

The passenger airbag might not meet specifications

Fix: Replace the passenger airbag

Recalled models: GLE · 1 vehicles

The fixation of the trim bar at the rear door windows might not meet specification.

Fix: Check the fixation of the trim bars on the rear door windows and rework them if necessary.

Recalled models: GLE · 1,665 vehicles

Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates

Fix: Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual. Check and replace N0x sensor if necessary.

Recalled models: GLE · 12,315 vehicles

Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.

Fix: Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual. Check and replace NOx sensor if necessary.

Recalled models: GLE · 7,681 vehicles

The welding between the fuel filler pipe and fuel tank might not meet specifications.

Fix: Replace the fuel tank on the affected vehicles.

Recalled models: GLE · 8 vehicles

; The software of the radar control unit might not meet the specification

Fix: Update the software of the radar sensor control unit on the affected vehicles.

Recalled models: GLE · 294 vehicles

Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.

Fix: Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual

Recalled models: GLE · 25,647 vehicles

The air conditioning drain hoses might be incorrectly fitted in the vehicle.

Fix: Check the air conditioning drain hoses and correct their installation if necessary

Recalled models: GLE · 1,557 vehicles

A welding stud on the main floor may not have been welded correctly

Fix: The vehicles will be recalled and the affecting welding stud sealed

Recalled models: GLE · 7 vehicles

Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.

Fix: Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual

Recalled models: GLE · 15,692 vehicles

Hydrogen may be embedded in the piston material of rear brake calipers.

Fix: Bleed the hydraulic brake system of the rear axle of affected vehicles.

Recalled models: GLE · 1,890 vehicles

It has been determined that on Model series ML/GLE GL/GLS (166) & GLE Coupe (292) with ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM (ACS) Oil foam may develop in the systems oil reservoir under dynamic operating conditions and at an oil level below the minimum level and escape via the ventilation bores in the cap of the reservoir. Depending on the orientation of the two ventilation bores the escaping oil could spray onto hot component parts of the exhaust system. In this case risk of fire cannot be ruled out.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the oil dipstick of the reservoir for the ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM.

Recalled models: GLE · 1,303 vehicles

Panoramic glass sunroof the front panel and rear fixed section may not be bonded correctly

Fix: Check and replace the frame of the panoramic glass sunroof if necessary.

Recalled models: GLE · 1 vehicles

It has been determined that it is possible that the connectors for the transmission oil cooler lines were not pressed together in accordance with specifications. As a result the transmission oil cooler lines could work loose while driving and transmission oil could leak out. Because of a deviation in the supplier�s production process it is possible that the connectors on transmission oil cooler lines from two specific batches were not pressed together in accordance with specifications. In this case the vehicle could possibly lose propulsion due to oil loss in the transmission. The escaping oil could get onto the roadway thus increasing the risk of an accident for following traffic. Also it cannot be excluded that escaping transmission oil could come into contact with hot component parts of the exhaust system and ignite

Fix: Check the transmission oil cooler lines and replace them if necessary

Recalled models: GLE · 71 vehicles

The bonding of the windshield in the lower area may not correspond to the specification. During a collision the bonding may fail and the windscreen may detach. This could have an adverse affect on the effectiveness of the passenger airbag.

Fix: On affected vehicles check bonding and if necessary replace windscreen.

Recalled models: GLE/GLS · 2 vehicles

Due to an error in the engine control unit software the engine may shut down when braking from slow speeds such as pulling up at traffic lights. This may also affect the vehicles ECO start system. It will still be possible to manually restart the vehicle.

Fix: On affected vehicles update engine and transmission control units.

Recalled models: GLE · 649 vehicles

The connector on the electric power steering control unit may not be properly sealed against water entry. If water enters the control unit the power steering assistance can be lost. The steering assistance not working could increase the risk of collision.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the plug housing of the electric power steering.

Recalled models: GLE · 5,121 vehicles

Due to a deviation in the manufacturing process the retaining bolt for the right rear seal belt may not have been tightened to the correct specification. In the event of a collision the belt may fail.

Fix: Where necessary rework threaded connection tighten securing bolt to correct specification.

Recalled models: GLE · 54 vehicles

The engine may stop when braking from lower speeds right before the vehicle comes to a standstill. The concern might be interpreted by the driver as a planned engine stop as part of the automatic stop/start system and the engine will not restart after release of the brake pedal. Depending on traffic situation there could be an increased risk of collision.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the software.

Recalled models: GLE · 267 vehicles

Cabling may have been incorrectly routed and the wiper linkage could chafe the cabling causing a short circuit. If this happens the wiper motor could become inoperative.

Fix: On affected vehicles check cabling. Either rework or replace cabling as required.

Recalled models: GLE · 1,531 vehicles