2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 is a mid-size luxury SUV powered by a 2.0L inline-4 turbocharged engine that produces 255 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. The GLE350 comes standard with rear-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive is available as an option.

People who like the GLE350 praise its comfortable ride, spacious interior, and high-tech features. However, some people have experienced issues with the vehicle’s engine, transmission, suspension, electrical system, exterior, and interior.

Engine

• Intake Manifold Failure:
  • Affected part: Intake manifold
  • Symptoms: Loss of power, rough idling, stalling
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Turbocharger Failure:
  • Affected part: Turbocharger
  • Symptoms: Loss of power, excessive smoke from the exhaust, whining noises
  • Solution: Replace turbocharger
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• 9-Speed Automatic Transmission Hesitation:
  • Affected part: 9-speed automatic transmission
  • Symptoms: Hesitation or jerking when shifting gears
  • Solution: Reprogram transmission control module
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Air Suspension Compressor Failure:
  • Affected part: Air suspension compressor
  • Symptoms: Vehicle sagging on one or more corners, rough ride
  • Solution: Replace air suspension compressor
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain:
  • Affected part: Battery
  • Symptoms: Battery dies prematurely
  • Solution: Replace battery, investigate for parasitic drain
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Infotainment System Malfunction:
  • Affected part: Infotainment system
  • Symptoms: Touchscreen unresponsive, system freezing, Bluetooth connectivity issues
  • Solution: Software update, replace infotainment system
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Windshield Cracking:
  • Affected part: Windshield
  • Symptoms: Cracks or chips in the windshield
  • Solution: Replace windshield
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Panoramic Sunroof Rattle:
  • Affected part: Panoramic sunroof
  • Symptoms: Rattling noise from the sunroof
  • Solution: Adjust sunroof alignment, lubricate seals
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Ambient Lighting Malfunction:
  • Affected part: Ambient lighting system
  • Symptoms: Ambient lighting not working or flickering
  • Solution: Replace ambient lighting module
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 is a generally reliable vehicle. However, some owners have experienced issues with the engine, transmission, suspension, electrical system, exterior, and interior. The severity and cost of these issues vary, but most can be resolved for a reasonable price.