What 60 owners told NHTSA about the 2022 Mercedes-benz Gle-class

The vehicles sunroof is starting to separate from the vehicle were it closes. Glass is sticking up and the front of the car where the glass starts is cracking all the way across. The safety is that the glass can implode and cause damage to me (driver) or passenger, piece could fly off into traffic and cause an accident and it is unsafe to drive without a roof because of the elements. I have made an appointment with a dealership and reported it to Mercedes. There was no warnings prior to when it appeared other than a crackling sound when I closed my sunroof then days later it appeared.

NHTSA ODI 11497378

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The vehicle was originally equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire Line: Discoverer SRX LE, Tire Size: 275/50/R20, DOT Number: U93U1YB2521. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the tires started making a humming noise all around the vehicle. The contact stated that he noticed the noise after the tires were rotated. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local tire dealer who diagnosed and determined that the tires had unusual wear on the tread. The dealer recommended replacement of all four tires. The contact stated that the tires were original equipment. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000.

NHTSA ODI 11494134

While driving with Active Cruise Control (Distronic) and with Lane Keep Assist off and Active Lane Change Assist off, the car would forcefully and suddenly try and steer me back into my lane while performing a lane change while using the blinker. It happens randomly and abruptly. Most lane changes occur without issue and there are no obstructions or other warnings that occur during these incidences.

NHTSA ODI 11489432

The contact owned a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, another vehicle in the opposite direction ran the red light. A third vehicle struck the second vehicle that ran the red light and caused that vehicle to crash into the driver's side front corner of his vehicle. It resulted in a three-vehicle collision. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. The contact received medical attention for a concussion, neck and shoulder injuries, as well as numbness in his left arm. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the body shop and was not yet deemed totaled by the insurance company. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that they did not perform auto-collision repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The manufacturer initially informed the contact that a technician would inspect the vehicle within 48 hours. However, the manufacturer later declined to provide any assistance. The failure mileage was 1,192. The contact stated that when the vehicle is in eco mode, the air bags will not deploy.

NHTSA ODI 11488071

While driving at highway speed, 48V system malfunction warning light illuminated, then vehicle coolant/overheat light. Vehicle lost all power, or possible entered a "limp" mode, and I was able to coast to a stop. Turned off vehicle. Checked underhood. No obvious overheating or leaks or other problems. Vehicle immediately restarted and has run fine since. This occurred in March 2022 with about 3500 miles on vehicle. Now has about 7500 miles. No further occurrence. I have not had the vehicle examined by the dealer.

NHTSA ODI 11483261

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE450. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the battery malfunction warning light illuminated along with other unknown warning lights. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and coasted to a stop. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering and braking functionality. The contact was able to shift the vehicle into park(P) and restart the vehicle. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to her residence; however, after turning the vehicle off, the contact touched the hood and noticed that the hood was very hot. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 8,600.

NHTSA ODI 11483005

A safety recall from May 2022 has not been completed. This is an over the internet update to the sim in the car that should have been completed automatically by now.

NHTSA ODI 11475118

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact stated while his wife was driving 70 MPH, the engine overheated. The contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an unknown dealer who diagnosed the vehicle with a cooling system failure. Additionally, there was an unstated failure with the rear wheels. The cooling fan was replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 21,000.

NHTSA ODI 11469760

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE450. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle independently stopped without driver input. The contact stated that the seat belt locked the two rear passengers in securely. Several unknown warning lights flashed quickly and then disappeared. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 3,535.

NHTSA ODI 11466374

The car give incorrect proximity beeps which could distract the driver. One day I was standing in the middle lane on the red light and the proximity sensors started beeping for no reason. It startled me and could have lead to distraction and possible accidents.

NHTSA ODI 11456276