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4JGFB5KB0LA••••••2020 Mercedes-benz GLE450
This build draws 2.4× more complaints than the average 2020 Mercedes-benz GLE450 build (4 vs 2).
4on this build
17on the model
10builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 2Engine 2Vehicle Speed Control 1Tires 1
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemNov 2024
Water intrusion. It rained, water leaked into driver seat floor. The water then made it to the electrical parts underneath the driver seat. This seems identical to the recall I am seeing online with the number: 23V-177
EngineApr 2024
This past week, I went to the dealer for an intermittent engine light issue. The problem was minor and was fixed (faulty charcoal sensor). I asked to have my spark plugs replaced as well. The service department called me, and said that the engine harness is brittle and if they…
TiresMay 2022
The tire tread on the Cooper 275/50R20 tires was worn down almost completely after 16,000 miles. The tires are the original tires that the vehicle was purchased with and are rated to 50,000 miles. When the dealer serviced the vehicle, they noted that the tires were not safe to…
Electrical SystemAug 2020
Driving down the highway at 70 mph and '48v battery malfunction' warning goes off, along with a yellow check engine light. A few seconds later a 'coolant' error message pops up and a red check engine light comes on. Car looses power completely and I'm unable to accelerate at…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 4JGFB5KB0LA257654 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.