2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 recalls

32 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

24V207000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcElectrical System recallA 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.ElectricalFree repair116KunitsMar 202424V118000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcPower Train recallThe transmission may not fully downshift in certain conditions, causing the engine to stall.Engine & powertrainFree software update105KunitsFeb 202423V177000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcVisibility recallThe air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.Camera, lights & visibilityFree repair61KunitsMar 202322V680000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcStructure recallDue to a manufacturing error, the rear door window trim bars may detach.Body & latchesFree repair161KunitsSep 202222V365000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcCommunication recallPlease refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.ElectricalOver-the-air update243KunitsMay 202222V231000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcElectrical System recallA ground cable bolt for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat may not be secured properly, which can cause the…ElectricalFree repair21KunitsApr 202222V232000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcBack Over Prevention recallPlease refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update126KunitsApr 202221V961000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcFuel System, Gasoline recallDuring the manufacturing process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak.Fuel systemFree replacement139unitsDec 202121V818000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcSeats recallThe seats may have been assembled incorrectly.Seats & beltsFree repair27unitsOct 202121V509000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcExterior Lighting recallThe LED headlights may have been incorrectly adjusted during a vehicle repair.Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement1,467unitsJul 202121V354000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcBack Over Prevention recallPlease refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.Camera, lights & visibilityOver-the-air update343KunitsMay 202121V288000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcEquipment recallThe air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.EquipmentFree repair6,331unitsApr 202121V072000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcCommunication recallOn June 18, 2021, an additional 9 vehicles were added, including certain 2021 GLA250, GLC300, 2018 S450, E400, and 2017 CLA250…ElectricalFree repair67unitsFeb 202121V071000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcElectronic Stability Control (esc) recallDuring certain evasive driving maneuvers, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software may apply torque to one of the front…Brakes & stabilityFree software update42KunitsFeb 202121V057000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcStructure recallThe dashboard surface may not be properly secured to the base material.Body & latchesFree replacement8unitsFeb 202121V056000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcExterior Lighting recallThe lighting control unit may malfunction and cause the left exterior reverse light to remain illuminated after the transmission…Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement8,199unitsFeb 202121V058000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcCommunication recallPlease refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details.ElectricalOver-the-air update1.3MunitsFeb 202120V671000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Seat Belts recallWhile buckling the seat belt, the middle seat belt buckle could be pushed down into the gap below the seat cushion.Seats & beltsFree repair55KunitsOct 202020V626000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Electrical System recallThe star logo's electrical ground connection may not be installed properly, potentially affecting the function of other…ElectricalFree repair13KunitsOct 202020V464000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallThe windshield may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle, possibly allowing it to separate from the vehicle and affect…Air bagsFree repair1unitsAug 202020V329000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Suspension recallThe sealing of the piston assembly in the front struts and rear shock absorbers may leak and fail prematurely.Steering & suspensionFree replacement38unitsJun 202020V226000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallThe wiring harness under the seat may become pinched during seat adjustment, possibly causing damage to the wires.Air bagsFree repair120unitsApr 202020V172000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Structure recallThe seams on the rear crossmember may have been insufficiently welded.Body & latchesFree replacement224unitsMar 202020V089000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Electrical System recallThe instrument cluster software may deactivate the illumination of certain interior switches (switch bar, overhead control unit…ElectricalFree software update2,101unitsFeb 202019V867000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Seats recallThe third-row seating headrests were manufactured with insufficient padding and a securing rod that may not hold the headrest in…Seats & beltsFree replacement1unitsDec 201919V709000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Structure recallThe rear door window trim may detach.Body & latchesFree repair14KunitsOct 201919V648000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Equipment recallThe owner's manuals do not include information regarding the adjustment of the head restraints of the third row seats.EquipmentFree repair1,478unitsSep 201919V587000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Equipment recallThe air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain from the air conditioner into the…EquipmentFree repair18KunitsAug 201919V572000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallThe connection between the fuel filler pipe and the fuel tank may have been improperly welded, allowing a fuel leak.Fuel systemFree replacement128unitsAug 201919V540000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Forward Collision Avoidance recallA software error in the radar sensor control unit may impair the functionality of the Active Brake Assist.Driver assistanceFree software update1,957unitsJul 201919V459000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Structure recallA welding error during production may have resulted in a small hole in the floor, possibly allowing water to leak into the…Body & latchesFree repair753unitsJun 201919V458000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallIn the event of a crash while the temperature in the passenger cabin is very high, the passenger frontal air bag deployment may…Air bagsFree replacement11unitsJun 2019