2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 16%of 25 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 110,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the steering of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, 16% of the 25 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 110,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“I am experiencing issues with my active curve system, that other mb models of the same year and class are experiencing. Some of the 2016 gle's have been recalled for this particular issue, but my vehicle/VIN has not been included in the recall. I receive this error message when turning a curve. My vehicle is under warranty and mb will not pay for this with my cpo warranty. The dealership has quoted me $6984.00 to fix the issue. Please investigate this matter because I think that my vehicle/VIN should have been included with the current recall campaign number 18v27200. …”
NHTSA complaint #11203655, filed 2019-04, 53,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that excessive force was needed to maneuver the vehicle. The power steering malfunction warning light was illuminated. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a certified mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V241000 (Steering). …”
NHTSA complaint #11479934, filed 2022-08, 110,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 MPH, the steering wheel stopped operating and the vehicle crashed into a guard rail. The warning message power steering failure was displayed after the crash. No air bags were deployed and no injuries were sustained. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where it was diagnosed with a failed electric power steering and control module. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the power steering failure was confirmed. The vehicle was not repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11582135, filed 2024-04, 110,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v241000 (steering); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called critz bmw buick gmc Mercedes-Benz of savannah who informed them that the part was not available. The manufacturer informed the contact that they would receive a second notice once parts were available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11015360, filed 2017-08Related service bulletins
- 10164807Aug 19, 2019Assessment of actuating and operating noise from steering
- 10144244Jun 1, 2018Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment sticks at top end stop
- 10157079Aug 17, 2017Correct Torque of Front Left and Right Torsion (Stabilizer) Bar Linkage Nut
- 10167002Feb 25, 2014Creaking noise when making vertical or longitudinal adjustment to electrical steering column
- 10167550Jul 18, 2013Single, throttle lift-off, clunking noise from the side shaft when starting off (audible at the wheel). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 10% |
| 2016 | 4 | 16% |
Other parts of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450
8 complaintsEngine
7 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
2 complaintsForward collision avoidance
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450
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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