2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE300D recalls

7 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

22V955000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, LlcFuel System, Diesel recallWater might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage the fuel pump control unit, which could cause an engine stall…Fuel systemFree replacement348KunitsDec 202219V787000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Communication recallFor a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf.ElectricalOver-the-air update24KunitsNov 201917V655000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles may have excess bulkhead insulation extending into the lower windshield area, possibly affecting the windshield…Air bagsFree repair3,620unitsOct 201717V241000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Steering recallThe affected vehicles have an electric power steering connector that may be insufficiently sealed, allowing water to enter the…Steering & suspensionFree replacement58KunitsApr 201717V177000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallVarious control units on these vehicles may have been updated with incorrect software, potentially affecting the correct…Air bagsFree software update51unitsMar 201716V903000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Air Bags recallThe front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) calibration may be incorrect, and as a result, the system can…Air bagsFree software update48KunitsDec 201616V759000 · Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.Exterior Lighting recallThe low beam headlights on the affected vehicles may not be properly adjusted.Camera, lights & visibilityFree repair2,215unitsOct 2016