The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 has 4 recalls, the most serious being two that can cut power while driving: the fuel pump can shut down without warning, and the transmission may fail to downshift and stall the engine, both leaving the driver without drive power.
There is also a fire risk tied to a 48-volt ground connection under the passenger seat that may not be properly secured, allowing it to overheat. On the exterior, rear door window trim bars can detach from the vehicle while driving, creating a road hazard for other traffic.
At a glance
What can fail
The 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be properly secured, which can cause it to overheat.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and tighten the 48-Volt ground connection as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
We may earn a commission for purchases made through these links.
At a glance
What can fail
The transmission may fail to downshift completely in certain conditions, which can cause the engine to stall.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the transmission control unit software at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump may unexpectedly shut down, causing the engine to lose power while driving.
What the fix does
The fuel pump will be replaced at no cost to you at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The trim bars around the rear door windows can detach and fall off while the vehicle is being driven.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rear window trim bars and secure them as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
