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2017 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE.
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 25 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 43, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 7 recalls, and it gets 19 to 21 mpg combined. The best Mercedes-Benz M/GLE year is 2010.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 75 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Mercedes-Benz M/GLE year. 2017 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 4K to 47K miles on the car (32 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 7
- fuel system, diesel 2022
Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage the fuel pump control unit, which could cause an engine stall while driving.
- communication 2021
On June 18, 2021, an additional 9 vehicles were added, including certain 2021 GLA250, GLC300, 2018 S450, E400, and 2017 CLA250 vehicles.
- electrical 2021
Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details.
Show all 7 recalls
- latches/locks/linkages 2017
The rear passenger door on the driver side may indicate that it is locked, when it may not be.
- latches/locks/linkages 2017
In certain types of crash events, the center console may unlatch, allowing the objects within to fly around the cabin.
- airbags 2016
The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) calibration may be incorrect, and as a result, the system can incorrectly classify the occupant as a child seat, deactivating the front passenger air bag.
- lights 2016
The low beam headlights on the affected vehicles may not be properly adjusted.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Mercedes-Benz told dealers about
Mercedes-Benz sent dealers 175 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Creaking noise when making vertical or longitudinal adjustment to electrical steering column
- Complaint Rear lamps fogged up/not leaktight
- Complaint Headlamp or front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedFront roof panel detachment2021
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Fuel cost and engines
About $3800–4200 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
During a routine drive, the vehicle swerved to avoid an oncoming vehicle. The vehicle driver assist functions over-corrected, causing vehicle to end up off road.
2017 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE owner · NHTSA complaint 11181606
Quick answers
Is the 2017 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.3× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 43; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Mercedes-Benz M/GLE year by this measure is 2010.
What are the most common 2017 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (28%), lights (20%) and speed control (8%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE have?
7 safety recalls (latest: fuel system, diesel). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE get?
19 to 21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
At what mileage do 2017 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 4,200 and 47,000 miles. The middle report was at 20,100 miles, from 32 complaints.
Does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE cost in fuel a year?
About $3800 to $4200 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE have?
3.0L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl.
What Mercedes-Benz M/GLE year is better than the 2017?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2010, 2019 and 2011.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works