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2020 Mercedes Benz Gle Class
Common Problems

Ranked from 48 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

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High severity
9
Medium

16 Common Problems

Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.

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  1. 1

    Engine Misfire and Cylinder Head Failure

    10complaints
    High severityEngine

    Multiple cylinders misfire, leading to rough idling and reduced power, requiring expensive repairs such as replacing the cylinder head.

    $200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs labor
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  2. 2

    Electrical System Failure Causing Power Loss

    6complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The electrical system fails, causing the vehicle to lose power and become non-operational, often requiring a tow.

    $150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  3. 3

    Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure

    6complaints
    Medium severityEngine

    The engine stalls at idle when the stop-start system is activated, causing the vehicle to stall during turns and require restarting.

    $150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs labor
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  4. 4

    Air Conditioning Refrigerant Leak

    4complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The air conditioning system leaks refrigerant, causing the AC to fail and the system to lose cooling function.

    $800–$1,600est. a/c compressor replacement · 3–6 hrs labor
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  5. 5

    Air Conditioning Failure Causing Water Damage and Fire Hazard

    2complaints
    High severityElectrical

    The air conditioning system fails, leading to water damage and potential short-circuiting and fire hazards in the vehicle.

    $800–$1,600est. a/c compressor replacement · 3–6 hrs labor
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  6. 6

    Back Over Prevention Camera Glitches and Inoperability

    2complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The back over prevention system experiences glitches and inoperability, affecting the rearview camera and warning systems.

  7. 7

    Battery Malfunction Leading to Loss of Power and Functionality

    2complaints
    High severityElectrical

    The 48V battery malfunctions, leading to loss of power and various warning lights, including overheating and engine malfunction.

    $150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  8. 8

    Electrical System Failures Causing Sudden Acceleration

    2complaints
    High severityElectrical

    The vehicle experiences sudden acceleration, with the electrical system failing to respond to driver inputs.

  9. 9

    Electrical System Issues Leading to Dashboard Malfunction

    2complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    Various electrical system issues cause the dashboard to malfunction, including blackouts and warning lights.

  10. 10

    Engine Overheating Due to Coolant Line Failure

    2complaints
    High severityOther

    The coolant line beneath the intake manifold fails, leading to engine overheating and potential engine failure.

    $150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs labor
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  11. 11

    Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction

    2complaints
    High severityElectrical

    The forward collision avoidance system fails to provide warnings or initiate automatic braking during potential collisions.

  12. 12

    Suspension Failure Causing Rattle and Unreliability

    2complaints
    Medium severitySuspension

    The rear shock absorbers fail, causing a rattle and unreliability in the suspension system, especially at higher speeds.

    $150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  13. 13

    Suspension Issues Leading to Loss of Control

    2complaints
    High severitySuspension

    Suspension issues cause the vehicle to bounce and lose control, especially when hitting potholes or making turns.

    $150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  14. 14

    Transmission Issues Leading to Limp Mode

    2complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission enters limp mode, reducing power and causing the vehicle to operate with limited functionality.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  15. 15

    Vehicle Speed Control System Malfunction Leading to Harsh Braking

    2complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The adaptive cruise control system malfunctions, causing harsh and jarring braking during stop-and-go traffic.

  16. 16

    Water Intrusion Causing Electrical Malfunctions

    2complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    Water intrusion into the electrical components leads to malfunctions such as the battery dying and the vehicle becoming non-operational.

Other years & sources

2016 Mercedes Benz Gle ClassAll NHTSA complaints for this vehicle →

Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.