There are no safety recalls for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 E, but owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA.
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 E problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Unknown or Other | 6 | |
| Service Brakes | 5 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 2
- Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 1
- Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 1
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 E complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Unknown or Other · reported Oct 8, 2026
On October 7, 2026, while driving my 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 450e plug-in hybrid on the freeway (I 280 south between Woodside and Sand Hill Road) the panoramic sunroof suddenly shattered with an extremely loud, explosive sound. We did not see anything strike the vehicle, and there was no car immediately in front of us, so nothing was kicked up from another car. The glass shattered extensively, with much of it breaking away while we continued driving. Fortunately, the interior sunshade was closed and remained intact, preventing shattered glass from entering the passenger compartment. We were not…
Engine · reported Mar 24, 2026
My Mercedes Benz GLE450e Hybrid SUV has had a persistent but sporadic safety issue that suddenly causes the vehicle to go into "turtle mode" with a "performance extremely limited" warning when trying to accelerate quickly or sometimes when breaking quickly. In turtle mode, the car quickly loses acceleration, drops in speed and is then unable to accelerate properly. The sudden drop in speed and inability to accelerate causes a major safety issue while driving - particularly on roads with other vehicles also travelling at high speeds. Last Friday, I was driving with my family on Interstate 95…
Service Brakes · reported Jan 5, 2026
We've had this car on lease for 23 months, and it has had an escalating pattern of electronic, mechanical and brake issues. Earlier today, on January 5, the car started to slow down and started shaking on the highway today and when I used the brakes the full body of the car started rattling and the brakes were far less responsive than they should have been taking far longer to decelerate than safe. There was an alarm with a turtle warning me to move over. On January 4, We parked our car in a parking lot and went into a store, when we returned all of the windows were lowered and the moonroof's…
Electrical System · reported Jan 31, 2025
At 3000K miles, vehicle spontaneously slowed from 60 mph to 10 mph with no warning. Message: PERFORMANCE EXTREMELY LIMITED, Engine light, turtle sign. Tractor trailer truck behind us swerved and narrowly avoided hitting our vehicle. Car towed to MB Dealership. Over 5 weeks, they were unable to replicate the problem, asked us to pick the vehicle up. (they claimed they consulted with MB engineers) One week after getting vehicle back, same incident occurred, also narrowly averting a MV accident. Vehicle towed to another dealership who finally after 2 months they stated that the vehicle is not…
Unknown or Other · reported Jan 29, 2025
"While driving on the highway, my new Mercedes GLE450e, it suddenly stalled, and a 'turtle' symbol appeared on the dashboard. This indicated that the vehicle had entered 'limp mode.' At that point, I lost acceleration and had minimal power, making it difficult to maneuver safely. The dealership claims they have fixed the issue, but I am reporting this as a safety concern in case it affects other vehicles."
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 E have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 E as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 E?
Owners report unknown or other problems most often (6 reports), followed by service brakes (5).
Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.