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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.
This page covers 8 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gle63.
15 mpg combined
15.7 L/100km
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 has 8 recalls, the most serious including a rear driveshaft that can separate from the transmission or rear axle differential, causing the vehicle to stall and lose drive power.
A leaking front suspension component can drip oil onto a hot surface and start a fire, and a fuel pump control unit exposed to water pooling in the spare tire well can also cause the engine to stall while driving. On the structural side, adhesive bonding on the front roof panel can deteriorate, allowing the panel to detach from the vehicle and become a hazard on the road. Two separate recalls affect the front passenger airbag: one involves the passenger seat occupant classification sensor, which can misread the occupant and prevent the airbag from deploying in a crash, and another involves the airbag inflator itself failing to function as designed. Water can also infiltrate the electric power steering control unit and knock out steering assist, leaving the driver with significantly heavier steering. The final recall covers a software fault in the emergency call system that can report an incorrect vehicle location to first responders after a crash.
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.
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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.
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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.
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What can fail
A software error causes the eCall emergency system's date and time to be incorrect, which may result in an inaccurate vehicle location being sent during an emergency call.
What the fix does
Mercedes-Benz will send a remote software update to your vehicle. Dealers will verify the update worked or install a new communication module software at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
Oil in the Active Curve System reservoir can foam and leak from the cap's vent holes when the oil level drops below minimum during certain driving conditions.
What the fix does
Dealers will adjust the oil level as needed and replace the reservoir sealing cap to stop oil foam from leaking.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
Excess insulation in the bulkhead may extend into the lower windshield area, potentially compromising windshield bonding and reducing the passenger front airbag's protective function in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will remove excess insulation and rework windshield bonding as needed to restore proper airbag function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The electric power steering connector may not be properly sealed, allowing water to enter the control unit.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the connector and inspect the electric power steering rack, replacing it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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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.
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What can fail
Rear drive shaft bolt fasteners may loosen, causing the rear drive shaft to separate from the transmission or rear axle differential.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the bolt fasteners and tighten them as needed at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.