2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580 has 0 complaints and 167 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report water intrusion issues that affect the electrical system and emergency call functionality, along with problems related to software errors in communication and multimedia systems. Safety-related defects involving electronic stability control and seat belt buckles are also included in the recall data.
There are numerous recalls affecting several systems, including electrical wiring, visibility and HVAC components, communication modules, body structure, and safety restraint systems. Many recalls address risks related to fire, crash hazards, and emergency response failures.
Recalls- Electrical system wiring. Recall 24V207000 and 22V231000 cover 48-Volt ground connections under the passenger seat that may be improperly secured, causing overheating and increasing fire risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten connections free of charge.
- Air conditioner drain hoses. Recalls 23V177000 and 21V288000 cover incorrect installation of drain hoses causing water to enter the passenger compartment. Risks include corrosion, electrical short circuits, disabled emergency call features, locked doors, and engine limp mode. Dealers will inspect and reinstall hoses at no cost.
- Emergency call system software. Recalls 22V365000 and 21V058000 reveal that communication module software faults may disable or miscommunicate emergency call location, increasing injury risk after crashes. Software updates are provided over-the-air or by dealers for free.
- Rear door window trim bars. Recall 22V680000 involves possible detachment of rear window trim bars due to manufacturing errors, which may become road hazards. Trim bars will be inspected and secured without charge.
- Electronic Stability Control software. Recall 21V071000 addresses a defect where the ESP software may cause unintended vehicle pulling during evasive maneuvers, increasing crash risk. Dealers update the software free of charge.
- Backup camera display. Recall 21V354000 notes that the MBUX multimedia system software can cause the rearview camera to remain black or reboot, reducing rear visibility and raising crash risk. Software updates will be issued free of charge.
- Seat belt buckle assembly. Recall 20V671000 covers a defect in the middle rear seat belt buckle that may become stuck below the seat cushion making it inoperable. Dealers will secure the buckle free of charge.
- Headlight adjustment and function. Recalls 21V509000 and 20V626000 describe incorrectly adjusted LED headlights and electrical ground connection issues affecting headlights, power steering, and wipers. Dealers will replace or relocate components without charge.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs, safety-related defects, or unresolved recall notifications may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a qualified attorney specializing in consumer protection and lemon law is advisable for further guidance.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580 Summary
2020
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
12
Total Recalls
2355708
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580
116020 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 GLE 350, 2020-2024 GLE 450, 2020-2023 GLS 580, GLE 580, 2019-2023 GLS 450, 2021-2023 Maybach GLS 600, AMG GLS 63, 2021-2024 AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 53 Coupe, and AMG GLE 63 S vehicles. A 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.
Risk: An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580
61450 vehicles affected
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, 2021 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLS63, and 2020 GLE580 vehicles. The air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.
Risk: Water intrusion into the foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short circuits to electrical components, increasing the risk of fire. In addition, the emergency call (eCall) feature may be disabled and the doors may not unlock, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the engine may not start or may enter a limp-home mode, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580
21306 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, 2021 AMG GLE63, Maybach GLS600 and AMG GLS63 vehicles. A ground cable bolt for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat may not be secured properly, which can cause the electrical cable to overheat.
Risk: An overheated electrical cable can increase the risk of a fire.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580
161000 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, and 2021 GLE400e, AMG GLS63, AMG GLE63 S, and Maybach GLS600 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the rear door window trim bars may detach.
Risk: Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580
242722 vehicles affected
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580
41838 vehicles affected
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE450, GLE350, and 2020 GLS450, GLE580, GLS580 vehicles. During certain evasive driving maneuvers, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software may apply torque to one of the front wheels, pulling the vehicle to one side. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly pulls to one side during an evasive maneuver, it can increase the risk of a crash.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580
343191 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class 4-door Coupe vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The MBUX multimedia system software may cause the display to remain black, or reboot after startup. This could result in the rearview camera image not displaying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580
1292258 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580
6331 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLE 53, 2020 GLE350, GLE450, GLE580, GLS450, and GLS580 vehicles. The air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.
Risk: Water intrusion into the driver and passenger side foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short circuits to electrical components, increasing the risk of fire. In addition, the emergency call (eCall) feature may be disabled and the doors may not unlock, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the engine may not start or may enter a limp-home mode, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580
1467 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Mercedes-Benz LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 C300, 2019-2020 A220, AMG C43, AMG C63, 2020 GLE580, GLB250, 2020-2021 GLE450, GLE350, 2021 AMG GLE63, and AMG GLE53 vehicles. The LED headlights may have been incorrectly adjusted during a vehicle repair. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Incorrectly adjusted headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580
55326 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Mercedes-Benz AG USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, 2020 GLE580, 2020-2021 GLE350 and GLE450 vehicles with 5 passenger seating. While buckling the seat belt, the middle seat belt buckle could be pushed down into the gap below the seat cushion. If the buckle can't be retrieved, the buckle latch will be inoperable and unable to restrain an occupant.
Risk: An unrestrained occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 580
12799 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLE 350, GLE 450, GLE 580, GLS 450, GLS 580 vehicles equipped with an optional illuminated Mercedes-Benz star logo in the front grill. The star logo's electrical ground connection may not be installed properly, potentially affecting the function of other components that share the same ground connection, such as the power steering control unit, wiper motor, and/or the left headlight.
Risk: If the power steering, wiper motor, or left headlight malfunction there could be an increased risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.