WE BOUGHT OUR BRAND NEW CAR IN DECEMBER 2016. SINCE WE BOUGHT IT, WE'VE HAD A MULTITUDE OF THINGS THAT WOULD GO WRONG. FIRST, A BRAKE LIGHT WARNING WENT ON FOR NO REASON, THEN OUR A/C WASN'T WORKING WHICH OCCURRED ON MAY 2017. WE EXPERIENCED ALOT OF MINOR ISSUES INCLUDING THE PHONE, BLUETOOTH CONNECTION, THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WOULD GO ON. IF YOU STOPPED THE CAR, AND RESET IT, THIS WOULD GO …
2017 mercedes-benz GLE-Class electrical problems
moderate 12 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the center digital screen failed to function as intended while attempting to use the safety features. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the command control unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repai…
WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PARKED, THE DOOR LOCK WILL AUTOMATICALLY LOCK ON ITS OWN - WITH THE KEYS SILL INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH THE "KEYLESS GO" FEATURE THAT WILL ALLOWS THE DRIVER TO LOCK/UNLOCK THE VEHICLE WITHOUT USING THE "KEYLESS REMOTE FOB'. AS A PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE, IF THE REMOTE FOB IS DETECTED IN THE VEHICLE, THE DOORS ARE NOT TO LOCK. I HAVE TWO INFANTS AND …
REAR HATCH OPENS ON ITS OWN INTERMITTENTLY WHILE PARKED AND LOCKED; DOORS REMAIN LOCKED. THIS HAS HAPPENED IN DRIVEWAY AS WELL AS IN SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOTS. WE HAVE HAD TO THE DEALER THREE TIMES, BUT THEY CAN NOT REPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHEN KEYS ARE INSIDE HOUSE ON A TABLE. DEALER COULD NOT FIND ANY FAULT CODES; TOLD US TO TRY LEATHER CASE OVER KEY FOB. DEALER STATES…
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2017 mercedes-benz GLE-Class?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 12 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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