Same issue as last year's recall - rear seat passengers in the affected vehicles may not be able to fasten their seat belts. Trying to buckle my 7 yr old son in and seatbelt will not loosen to stretch across his body. Has been going on now for about a week or two. Https://www.ncconsumer.org/news-articles/mercedes-benz-issues-recall-for-glc-vehicles-with-seat-belt-issue.html
The worst 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 problems
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- Seat belts1
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- Seat belts1
Recalls 2
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: software
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑877‑762‑8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.
Recall number 21V058000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 143
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- Fuel/propulsion system
- In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the...
- Visibility/wiper
- Noises in the steering column area when steering
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Only vehicles with a variable transfer case are affected
- Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Customer complaints relating to automatic transmission 725.0 (NAG3 Classic / 9G‑TRONIC automatic...
- During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same spot every time
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Questions about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350
Is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, fewer than a typical GLE 350 model year.
What is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 year score?
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350: 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 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350?
Seat belts, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system.
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