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2022 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE.
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE is better than average by owner complaints: 57 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 80, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 8 recalls, and it gets 18 to 22 mpg combined. The best Mercedes-Benz M/GLE year is 2010.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 69 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Mercedes-Benz M/GLE year. 2022 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 3K to 20K miles on the car (15 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 8
- electrical 2024
The front acceleration sensor's wiring harness may be routed incorrectly, which can prevent the front air bags from deploying properly.
- electrical 2024
A 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.
- transmission & drivetrain 2024
The transmission may not fully downshift in certain conditions, causing the engine to stall.
Show all 8 recalls
- fuel system, gasoline 2023
Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details.
- fuel system, gasoline 2023
Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details.
- body structure 2022
Due to a manufacturing error, the rear door window trim bars may detach.
- electrical 2022
Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.
- electrical 2022
A ground cable bolt for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat may not be secured properly, which can cause the electrical cable to overheat.
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 374 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak
- Customer complains that check engine light is
- Complaint Sporadic warning message in instrument cluster "Engine oil pressure stop switch off…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Fuel cost and engines
About $3600–4400 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.0L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
The engine stalls for no reason. The transmission does not fully downshift in certain conditions, causing the engine to stall.
2022 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE owner · NHTSA complaint 11574511
Quick answers
Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.2× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 80; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Mercedes-Benz M/GLE year by this measure is 2010.
What are the most common 2022 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (33%), electrical (12%) and tires (12%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE have?
8 safety recalls (latest: electrical). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE get?
18 to 22 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE cost in fuel a year?
About $3600 to $4400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz M/GLE have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.0L 8-cyl.
What Mercedes-Benz M/GLE year is better than the 2022?
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