2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 4%of 53 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 59,831miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the body and structure of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, 4% of the 53 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 59,831 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The door hinges are an issue with these cars many many people are expressing the same issues which is the door hinges fail and start popping and cracking. Mercedes isn’t issuing a recall or remedy for this. Also there’s an issue with the passenger airbag weight sensors going bad which is throwing the airbag light off (which this is also happening in my car) the service center I talked to knew about this is agreed it a issue they see time and time again with these cars. Mercedes needs to make this right.”
NHTSA complaint #11564357, filed 2024-01“The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power. The vehicle failed to restart. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that the vehicle was then towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that an unknown module needed to be replaced; however, no repair was completed. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic, where an unknown module was replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. …”
NHTSA complaint #11509527, filed 2023-02, 59,831 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11038217Sep 14, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11036101Aug 6, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11013192Jan 24, 2025Complaint Fuel door may require several attempts to open. Please note that if the complaint "Fuel filler flap not opening" occurs, it is important to check the fuel filler flap…
- 11009122Oct 23, 2024Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump…
- 10205835Sep 16, 2021Model series 167 noise on B/C/D pillars.
- 10151934Jul 9, 2018Cracking noises at doors in area of window frame
- 10167519Mar 25, 2014Belt holder/ retaining tab on side paneling in trunk is broken
- 10167521Mar 4, 2014Cracking noises or squeaking noises at the doors in the area of the window frame while driving, especially when driving on rough roads.
- 10167012Feb 11, 2014The liftgate can no longer be opened when the ambiance illumination is set to stage 1 or 2.
Body and structure: other model years
Other parts of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350
16 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsSteering
10 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsLane departure
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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