NHTSA (USA)High Risk
At a glance
What can fail
The front roof panel between the windshield and panoramic sunroof may have been improperly bonded during a prior repair, causing the panel to detach from the vehicle.
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43 has 8 recalls, the most serious being a water-damaged fuel pump control module that can cause the engine to stall while driving, and a roof panel that can detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard.
Water collecting in the spare tire wheel well can damage the fuel pump control unit, cutting engine power without warning. On the roof, the front panel bonding can deteriorate and allow the panel to separate from the vehicle; a separate recall addresses cases where a prior repair attempt left the same panel incorrectly bonded, with the same risk of detachment. The passenger seat sensor may also fail to correctly classify the front passenger, preventing the airbag from deploying properly in a crash.
Two latch-related issues round out the structural concerns: a door latch can appear locked while remaining capable of opening unexpectedly, and the center console can unlatch in a crash, sending loose objects into the cabin. The engine can also shut down when braking to a stop or accelerating after an automatic engine restart due to a software conflict between the engine and transmission control units. The automatic emergency call system may send responders to the wrong location following a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The front roof panel between the windshield and panoramic sunroof may have been improperly bonded during a prior repair, causing the panel to detach from the vehicle.
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What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front roof panel at no charge to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Water can collect in the spare tire wheel well and damage the fuel pump control unit, potentially causing the engine to stall while driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a water drain plug, check for water damage, and replace the fuel pump control unit if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front roof panel between the windshield and panoramic sunroof may not be properly bonded to the vehicle from a previous repair, risking separation.
What the fix does
The dealer will remove and replace the front roof panel using proper bonding materials and procedures at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The communication module software may fail to send your vehicle's correct location to emergency services when the eCall system activates during a crash.
What the fix does
A dealer will update the communication module software, or the update will be sent over-the-air, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear passenger door on the driver's side may appear locked when it's actually unsecured, creating a potential safety issue.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the left rear door lock as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Engine control unit and transmission control unit software may not work together properly, causing the engine to shut down while braking to a stop or accelerating after an ECO start.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the engine and transmission control unit software at no cost to restore proper operation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The center console can unlatch during certain crash events, allowing loose objects inside to become projectiles in the cabin.
What the fix does
Dealers will modify the center console latch system to keep it secured during a crash.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat occupant detection system may be incorrectly calibrated, causing it to mistakenly identify an adult as a child seat and disable the front passenger airbag.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the occupant detection system software at no cost to restore proper airbag operation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.