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2021 Mercedes GLE350

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 GLE350.

The 2021 Mercedes GLE350 is defined by its specific engine lubrication requirements. This model utilizes 7.39 quarts of oil and is compatible with 0W-20, 0W-30, and 0W-40 viscosities. These specifications are the primary requirements for the vehicle's engine oil service.

Model year202120192018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity7.39 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 / 0W-30 / 0W-40OEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 2701800109. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tire size255/50R19/XL 107HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8, Optional: 8.5, Front: 10, Rear: 11 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter2701800109
Engine air filter2640940100
Spark plug0001590500
Battery0019828208
Front wiper blades1678209401 alt 1678209201
Thermostat2642003901
Cabin air filter1678350200

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 7.39 qt of 0W-20 / 0W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to Use a new seal: 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidMB Sheet 236.17
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity10.5 qt
Brake FluidDOT 4
Engine CoolantCoolant listed on either MB 325.6
Engine Oil Capacity7.39 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper BoltsStep 1 148.0 ft-lbs, Step 2: 180° ft-lbs
Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.
Engine Oil Pan Drain PlugUse a new seal: 30.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.59 lbs
Oil Capacity3.80 oz

Brakes

Minimum Pad Thickness0.079" in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-107.4 ft. lbs

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
0
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

20V671000Seat Belts: Rear/Other:Buckle AssemblyReported 30/10/2020

Mercedes-Benz AG USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, 2020 GLE580, 2020-2021 GLE350 and GLE450 vehicles with 5 passenger seating. While buckling the seat belt, the middle seat belt buckle… Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will secure the middle seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at…

21V832000Visibility:Glass, Side/RearReported 22/10/2021

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLE 350, GLE 580, GLS 450, GLS 580, AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 63 S, and AMG GLS 63 S vehicles. The rear window may be insufficiently bonded to the tailgate, which… Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear window, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2021 GLE350 take?

7.39 qt of 0W-20, 0W-30, 0W-40; Above 23°F: 20W-40, 20W-50; Above 5°F: 15W-30, 15W-40, 15W-50; Above -4°F: 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 10W-60; Above -13°F: 5W-30, 5W-40, 5W-50, per the factory manual.

Does the 2021 GLE350 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.