2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 40%of 5 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 10,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the brakes of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580, 40% of the 5 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 10,000 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 vehicle has e-active body control (e-abc), which has different drive modes that affect transmission shift points, steering input and suspension. The vehicle has the oe wheels and tires (cooper all-season tires). One drive mode is designated 'curve,' which controls body lean in curves. Depending on the setting, curve holds the body upright or slightly leans it into curves, like a motorcycle leaning into a curve. …”
NHTSA complaint #11394561, filed 2021-02, 10,000 miles“The adaptive cruise on the Mercedes has a habit of harsh braking during stop and go traffic. It's not a natural braking manev8, instead it's jarring and I feel like it could cause a rear end with how jarring it is. Many other users are experiencing the same.”
NHTSA complaint #11543347, filed 2023-09Related service bulletins
- 11038186Sep 22, 2026Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily…
- 11034983Jul 3, 2026Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be returned to your facing PDC. The deadline…
- 11029926Mar 3, 2026Complaint When coming to a stop or at slow speeds, brakes produce light squealing noise. Cause Optimized brake pads may produce some noise. Remedy If the brake pads have not been…
- 11024405Oct 20, 2025Complaint At low speeds and light brake pressure, brakes will make a groaning or honking noise. Cause Frictional vibrations with very light brake pressure/modulations. Remedy…
- 11014412Feb 3, 2025Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for…
- 11013081Jan 18, 2025Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 40% |
Other parts of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsForward collision avoidance
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaintsTires
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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