NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class Safety Ratings
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class scores 95 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 31 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 95/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. With zero recalls on file, a five-star overall NHTSA crash rating, and a full ten points on crash-avoidance technology, this model year presents a strong federal safety profile.
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class SUV AWD holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 95/100 and a five-star overall crash rating from NHTSA.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 139 SUVs from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class ranks 11 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 95 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 15.5% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 31 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 11 of 139 SUVs tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class?
The 2023 GLE-Class marks a meaningful step forward in MotorCaliber's scoring, rising three points from the 2022 model's 92/100 to 95/100 - both years sit in the Exceptional band, but the 2023 edition reaches near the ceiling of that tier. The gain is supported by a near-perfect defect record component of 18.5 out of 20, a direct reflection of the zero-recall outcome for this model year. The crash protection score of 66 out of 70 aligns with the five-star overall NHTSA result, with the single four-star rollover rating being the only constraint on that sub-score. Crash-avoidance technology scores a perfect 10 out of 10, consistent with forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all being standard equipment. The 31 reported owner complaints, while worth monitoring, are concentrated in powertrain and forward collision avoidance categories and remain unverified allegations. No complaint has been elevated to a recall action for this model year. Taken together, the 2023 GLE-Class represents the strongest federal safety snapshot this nameplate has produced in the two consecutive years tracked here.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class perform in crash tests?
NHTSA awarded the 2023 GLE-Class five stars overall, five stars in both the frontal and side disciplines, and four stars in rollover protection. The rollover risk is measured at 16 percent, and the dynamic tip test returned a No Tip result. No star rating is absent or unrated in this model year's NCAP results.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18468
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class have any recalls?
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class carries zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no components flagged, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as records can be updated after this data was compiled.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class?
Owners have filed 31 unverified complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Power Train (9 reports), Unknown Or Other (8), Forward Collision Avoidance (6), Structure (4), and Vehicle Speed Control (4). These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
31 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class?
No recalls are currently on file for this model year, leaving no outstanding remedy to verify. Shoppers considering a used model should still run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database before purchase, as campaigns can be issued at any time after a vehicle enters the field.
- The 2023 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, the cleanest defect record in the two consecutive years tracked and a key driver of its 18.5/20 defect-record sub-score.
- This model year's Safety Index of 95/100 represents a three-point improvement over the 2022 GLE-Class at 92/100, both within the Exceptional band but the 2023 edition sitting measurably higher.
- The rollover star rating of four out of five, paired with a 16 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result, is the only NHTSA discipline where this model year falls short of a perfect five-star sweep.
- Six of the 31 unverified owner complaints target the Forward Collision Avoidance system specifically - notable given that forward collision warning is a standard safety feature on this model year and worth a pre-purchase test.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class places
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class safety questions
Was the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 15.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 31 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Gle-Class years
Rivals in SUV (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Tesla Model X Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Later Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Rwd Early Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Rwd Later Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2023 Lexus Rz 450e | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18468), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class 2023.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 11 of 139 in the SUV class for 2023.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.