The panoramic sunroof exploded upwards and outwards while driving under normal conditions. It created an extremely loud and startling sound that left the driver and passenger stunned. We were fortunate there was not an immediate oncoming vehicle as we likely would have struck head on. Shortly after the explosion, tiny shards of glass began to fall into the passenger area. We were also fortunate to be able to get the vehicle safely off the road. The vehicle was brought to the dealership and the manufacturer was called. They are all pretending they have never heard of something like that happening when a quick search reveals this is a known manufacturing defect with a class action lawsuit filed. The named plaintiff is actually a customer from the very dealership we brought the vehicle to for service. There is no chance they are not aware of the problem.
The worst 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gle53 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine5
- Tires4
- Fuel system3
- Electrical2
- Steering2
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Engine5
- Tires4
- Fuel system3
- Electrical2
- Steering2
- Body1
- Driver assistance1
- Suspension1
Recalls 8
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the 48-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024040002.
Recall number 24V207000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. This recall is an expansion of the federal safety agency recall number 23V‑445.
Recall number 23V880000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.
Recall number 23V445000 · Recall details
Structure: body
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 GLE350, GLE450, GLE580, GLS450, GLS580, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63 S, and AMG GLS63 vehicles. The rear door window trim bars may detach from the vehicle while driving.
- Risk
- Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V‑680. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023040011.
Recall number 23V178000 · Recall details
Steering: critical fasteners
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE350, GLE450, 2022 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, and GLS450 vehicles. The steering coupling locking screw may loosen and possibly detach from the steering gear, resulting in a loss of steering control.
- Risk
- A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the steering coupling locking screw, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022120016.
Recall number 22V936000 · Recall details
Structure: body
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022090010.
Recall number 22V680000 · Recall details
Electrical system: software
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.
Recall number 22V365000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the ground cable bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040017.
Recall number 22V231000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gle53 348
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Dear Mercedes-Benz Owner: In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz...
- Fuel/propulsion system
- In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the...
- Dear Dealer Partners, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any...
- Customer concern of Air Conditioning not cooling
- Sporadic warning message in instrument cluster "Engine oil pressure, stop switch off vehicle" (or similar)...
- Customer complaints relating to automatic transmission 725.0 (NAG3 Classic /9G‑TRONIC automatic...
- Slight creaking noises when steering
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Red coolant warning in instrument cluster
What 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gle53 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Vehicle has issues maintaining power and attempts to stall in traffic. It also shakes violently at idle. It was diagnosed by the dealership and determined that the cylinder head was damaged and needed to be replaced for $7200.00 since there was no warranty. Vehicle was purchased used and the Issue was noticed 6 months after purchase at 70-80 thousand miles. After researching the issue, this appears to be a known problem with the 4 cylinder Mercedes vehicles, but only specific models were covered under the extended warranty for replacement.
Nov. 7, 2025 - After returning home around 4pm, I parked the car in my garage, and entered my home. Due to the sound of the fan motor which stays on after you shut off the car, it is possible that the engine was still running when I thought it was off. Please note that my garage is attached to my home. Around 1am I awoke and went into the bedroom on the far side of my home which sits directly above my garage. When I entered this room I heard a noise, like some kind of motor but at the time I had no idea what this was. As I walked through my home, went downstairs and neared the doorway to my garage when I realized the loud noise was coming from my garage. It was not only frightening but extremely concerning and come to find out my Mercedes was running, in fact it had been running since I got home earlier in the afternoon. Please note that one of the most critical things that happened is that upon opening the door to the garage I was exposed to severe carbon monoxide fumes. I discovered the car sitting there, running, for no reason at all, the outside was very hot to the touch and I panicked. I was breathing in fumes that could affect my life! I ran to the kitchen, grabbed a fan, opened the garage doors and immediately went upstairs to see if my daughter was okay. As you know carbon monoxide can kill you and I did not know why in HECK this was happening. - This car is still relatively new with low miles. - This vehicle is also supposed to be equipped with significant safety features and it is difficult to exit the car without alarms sounding and appearing on the dash telling you the car is still on. - Mercedes, however, already made me take this car in twice to address multiple recalls affecting safety! I also had it serviced not less than 3 weeks ago. - Mercedes is completely skirting/ignoring the critical issues with this vehicle and has sent me a FORM letter denying assistance. There could have been 2 fatalities and I have been ill since this happened.
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started swaying from left to right. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that while her husband was driving, the vehicle was swaying from side to side. The contact stated that the tires were previously replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was test driven and the contact was informed that the vehicle seemed to be top-heavy. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000.
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE53. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
On March 30, 2023, my 2022 AMG GLE 53 check engine warning light came on. I immediately called Capitaleurocars the Mercedes Benz dealer. On May 1, 2023, according to the Capitaleurocars service order, the technician noted the following: "found the check engine light on" then performed "a guided test for fault code (P146264) and found fuel pressure and temp sensor passing test." The technician wrote "Checked PTSS cases and checked for related LI documents. Found LI-47.50-p-070263 which states that software is under development for this issue. no software available at this time. Cleared code and released back to customer." Capitaleurocars service department could not tell me when the software update would be issued, but I would be notified as soon as it was released. I was also told that on September 6, 2022, a temperature sensor was replaced on the vehicle due to the check engine warning light being on. I asked if the issue on September 6, 2022, was the same issue I was having and I was told yes, it was the same fault code. So, approximately a month before I purchased the car on October 1, 2022, the check engine warning light was on and a temperature sensor was replaced. The Capitaleurocars service department suggested I call MBUSA Customer Service to get more information about the software update. I researched the LI document number and found that the federal safety agency had received a complaint on 06/25.2020, with same the LI 47.50-p-070263 document number and fault code P146264. The complaint to the federal safety agency was on a GLE and noted as follows: Complaint: Check engine light active and FC P146264 Temp. and pressure sensor B4/7 is stored in engine control unit and tank control unit. Cause: Software parameter in Fuel pump control unit Remedy: Update SW in FSCU control unit Capitaleurocars Service Department did confirmed that the fault code found on my car on May 1, 2023, was the same as the one reported to the federal safety agency on 06/25/2020.
I purchased the vechile brand new in July from North Olmsted Mercedes. I purchased winter tires in Oct they were installed in Nov. I stored the Yokohama in my finished basement 68-70degress on carpet. Upon installation this spring Mercedes refused due to seperation & dry cracking. They have less then 4000 miles on them. 325-35ZR22
Tires were purchased with car in July of 2022. Winter tires were purchased and installed in Nov. These tires were stored in my basement- finished on carpet at 68-70dgrees. When pulled out for installation mercedes refused due to seperation & dry cracking 325-35ZR22
I purchased my vehicle brand new in July 2022 with these tires. I purchased winter tires in Oct they were installed in Nov. The Yokohama was stored in my finished carpeted basement. They were brought up to be installed & they are showing thread seperation & dry cracking with less then 4000 miles on the tire.
Tires purchased in July 2022 with car new from Mercedes of North Olmsted. I purchased winter tires in Oct & they were installed in Nov. Yokohama tires were stored in my finished basement at a nice 70degrees. When taking them to be put on they are showing signs of thread separation & dry cracking. They only have 4000 miles on them. 285-40ZR22
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Questions about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gle53
Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gle53 reliable?
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gle53, fewer than a typical AMG Gle53 model year.
What is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gle53 year score?
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gle53 scores 73 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG Gle53: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gle53?
Engine and cooling, with 5 complaints. Next is tires (4).
How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gle53 have?
8 recalls, covering electrical system, fuel system, gasoline and structure.
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