Model year guide

2025 Mercedes-benz GLE 450E

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2025 Mercedes-benz GLE 450E is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.

2025 Mercedes-benz GLE 450E at a glance

Safety recalls1
Combined23 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2025 Mercedes-benz GLE 450E recalls 1

Visibility:rearview Mirrors/devices:interior NHTSA Campaign #25V325000 · manufacturer #2025060001 · NHTSA lists this under Gle 450e 4matic · 30/05/2025

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 GLE 350 4MATIC, 2025 GLE 450e 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC Coupe, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC, AMG GLE 53 4MATIC Coupe, AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC Coupe, and AMG GLS 63 4MATIC vehicles. The multi-purpose camera and the rearview mirror may be insufficiently attached to the windshield and may detach.

Fix: Dealers will replace the windshield and reinstall the multi-purpose camera and rearview mirror, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025060001.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 20 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2025 Mercedes-benz GLE 450E MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,550
EPA size classStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic 9-spd
Electric range450 mi
Charge time (240V)3 hours
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,750 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2025 Mercedes-benz GLE 450E costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,750
Fuel only$17,750
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
194.1 in
Width
79.5 in
Height
70.9 in
Wheelbase
118.1 in
Curb weight
5,838 lb
Front track
65.7 in
Rear track
66.5 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2025 Mercedes-benz GLE 450E. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 241

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 241.

Complaint Vehicle will not start after DC charging Warning in the instrument cluster related to High‑voltage on board electrical system The following fault codes related to stuck contactor can be found in the High Voltage Control units : PTCU ‑ N127 (Powertrai…

Bulletin LI47.70-P-079912 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

Complaint Slight creaking noises when steering. Cause Noises may come from one or more sleeves of the horn contact plate. Remedy Remove the horn contact plate and check the sleeves for noise; see attached video. If necessary, apply lubricant to the sleeves.

Bulletin LI46.10-P-080896 · Steering · Sep 2026

Complaint Customer complaints relating to automatic transmission 725.0 (NAG3 Classic /9G‑TRONIC automatic transmission) and 725.1 (NAG3 facelift/9G‑TRONIC automatic transmission facelift) For faster, more effective and more targeted diagnosis, Intelligent Pred…

Bulletin LI27.00-P-073124 · Power Train · Sep 2026

Complaint 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 noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while brakin…

Bulletin LI42.10-P-078779 · Service Brakes · Sep 2026

Complaint Red coolant warning in instrument cluster. Fault codes U019F00 or U019F87 current/stored in MRG1 control unit. Cause Various causes Remedy Perform guided test for fault code U019F with XENTRY diagnosis. Verify the following connections are clean and…

Bulletin LI20.10-P-075374 · Engine · Sep 2026

Complaint Radio station cover art does not refresh when switching stations. The UI continues to show the old station’s artwork instead of updating to the new one. Cause When a new station change request is triggered, a temporary glitch is causing the Head Unit…

Bulletin LI82.60-P-080383 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

Complaint Only vehicles with a variable transfer case are affected. This can be identified through control unit N45 or N15/7 in the quick test. When accelerating with light load, vibrations or jolting sensation may come from the drivetrain. It may be mistaken…

Bulletin LI27.10-P-075869 · Power Train · Sep 2026

Complaint Whining / humming noises (described as foghorn‑like) from the drivetrain in the rear axle area during cornering. (figure 1) On the above‑mentioned vehicles with a mileage up to 15,000 km (about 9,300 mi), noises can occur from the rear axle different…

Bulletin LI35.31-P-080353 · Power Train · Sep 2026

Complaint 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 continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis workin…

Bulletin LI82.62-P-078631 · Structure · Sep 2026

Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain subject vehicles, the control unit software for the front signal acquisition and actuation module (SAM-F) may not correspond to the current series production configura…

Bulletin NCU - 2026090001 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the GLE 450E 4MATIC. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

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2025 Mercedes-benz GLE 450E — frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Mercedes-benz GLE 450E have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2025 Mercedes-benz GLE 450E. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2025 Mercedes-benz GLE 450E get?

The 2025 Mercedes-benz GLE 450E has a U.S. EPA estimate of 23 mpg combined (21 city / 26 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.