2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 recalls

17 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

24V724000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcElectrical System recallThe front acceleration sensor's wiring harness may be routed incorrectly, which can prevent the front air bags from deploying…ElectricalFree repair11KunitsSep 202424V207000 · 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 202423V835000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcElectrical System recallA 12-Volt ground connection under the driver seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.ElectricalFree repair164unitsDec 202323V445000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcFuel System, Gasoline recallPlease refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details.Fuel systemFree replacement144KunitsJun 202323V177000 · 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 202322V936000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcSteering recallThe steering coupling locking screw may loosen and possibly detach from the steering gear, resulting in a loss of steering control.Steering & suspensionFree replacement69unitsDec 202222V680000 · 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 202221V909000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcElectrical System recallIn the passenger-side footwell, the ground connection bolts for the electric heater may be improperly tightened.ElectricalFree repair17unitsNov 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 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 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 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 2020