Production delays/ timeline
#1101
We just ordered a 350 earlier this month (August). Our sales person says it's in production and should arrive late Sep/early Oct. I've been following this thread so I know there have been significant delays for many people. Not sure how reliable the current estimate we've been given is. I figure it's probably too early to really know since the order is only a few weeks old. If there are any important key questions for us to ask along the way, would appreciate hearing what those are.
#1102
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After everything that I've read I'm pretty skeptical that it will be delivered by Sept. 30th. Do you think I can count on what my SA told me?
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My GLE 450 order was placed on June 7th in Shreveport, La for a loaded Diamond White with most packages except for E-ABC. The original build date was 1D August, second date I was given was 2D September, and then my SA said it was scheduled to be built on Sept 23rd. On Sept 9th I was told that mine had been built but was waiting on a part. On Sept 16th I was told that they had the part and it is in final production. If that is all true, my SA said I should receive it before the end of September.
After everything that I've read I'm pretty skeptical that it will be delivered by Sept. 30th. Do you think I can count on what my SA told me?
After everything that I've read I'm pretty skeptical that it will be delivered by Sept. 30th. Do you think I can count on what my SA told me?
#1104
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Ordered in April, received VIN in late August and received word yesterday that it was shipped. Estimated transit time 3-4 weeks plus whatever time it takes for it to clear customs. Finally concrete info coming through. For those wondering my VIN is in the 103XXX range.
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#1105
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I have some good news to share. We ordered an almost fully loaded GLE450 in early April with 3rd row, Driver assistance package and the works (no E-ABC)
We were scheduled for 1D production in August, which moved to Aug 28th and then Sep 8th production date. Received VIN around end of August and on Sep 7th that car was already here at the dealer while netstar status until the night before showed in B4 status. We took delivery last weekend and are extremely happy with the new toy. Big thank you to everyone on this forum who made the wait much more bearable. Good luck to all of you still waiting, there is light at the end of the tunnel :-)
We were scheduled for 1D production in August, which moved to Aug 28th and then Sep 8th production date. Received VIN around end of August and on Sep 7th that car was already here at the dealer while netstar status until the night before showed in B4 status. We took delivery last weekend and are extremely happy with the new toy. Big thank you to everyone on this forum who made the wait much more bearable. Good luck to all of you still waiting, there is light at the end of the tunnel :-)
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#1106
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I have some good news to share. We ordered an almost fully loaded GLE450 in early April with 3rd row, Driver assistance package and the works (no E-ABC)
We were scheduled for 1D production in August, which moved to Aug 28th and then Sep 8th production date. Received VIN around end of August and on Sep 7th that car was already here at the dealer while netstar status until the night before showed in B4 status. We took delivery last weekend and are extremely happy with the new toy. Big thank you to everyone on this forum who made the wait much more bearable. Good luck to all of you still waiting, there is light at the end of the tunnel :-)
We were scheduled for 1D production in August, which moved to Aug 28th and then Sep 8th production date. Received VIN around end of August and on Sep 7th that car was already here at the dealer while netstar status until the night before showed in B4 status. We took delivery last weekend and are extremely happy with the new toy. Big thank you to everyone on this forum who made the wait much more bearable. Good luck to all of you still waiting, there is light at the end of the tunnel :-)
Ordered June 7th
Scheduled 1D August
Moved to 2D September
Sept 9th, built but waiting on a part
Sept 16th, part arrived and in final production
Delivery expected to Louisiana by end of September
My Diamond White 450 is almost fully loaded with 3rd row, Driver's assistance, Napa leather seats, etc. The only options I didn't take were the E-ABC, the tow package, spoiler or running boards. I'm hoping that the schedule information above provided by my SA will be true, and after reading a few posts this week about deliveries including yours I am getting excited that it might really happen!
#1107
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Congratulations! Your 450 order production date schedules are nearly identical to mine.
Ordered June 7th
Scheduled 1D August
Moved to 2D September
Sept 9th, built but waiting on a part
Sept 16th, part arrived and in final production
Delivery expected to Louisiana by end of September
My Diamond White 450 is almost fully loaded with 3rd row, Driver's assistance, Napa leather seats, etc. The only options I didn't take were the E-ABC, the tow package, spoiler or running boards. I'm hoping that the schedule information above provided by my SA will be true, and after reading a few posts this week about deliveries including yours I am getting excited that it might really happen!
Ordered June 7th
Scheduled 1D August
Moved to 2D September
Sept 9th, built but waiting on a part
Sept 16th, part arrived and in final production
Delivery expected to Louisiana by end of September
My Diamond White 450 is almost fully loaded with 3rd row, Driver's assistance, Napa leather seats, etc. The only options I didn't take were the E-ABC, the tow package, spoiler or running boards. I'm hoping that the schedule information above provided by my SA will be true, and after reading a few posts this week about deliveries including yours I am getting excited that it might really happen!
#1108
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I have the same (diamond white), but included E-ABC, towing package, and spoiler. Just no running boards.
Deposit in March, allocation in April, originally scheduled for 1D August but they had left off E-ABC. After correction, it moved to 2D August. Then gradually got delayed to September 17, 23, 25, 26, and now October 10.
Guess you guys are luckier than me, or maybe some combination of E-ABC/towing/spoiler are the culprits
Deposit in March, allocation in April, originally scheduled for 1D August but they had left off E-ABC. After correction, it moved to 2D August. Then gradually got delayed to September 17, 23, 25, 26, and now October 10.
Guess you guys are luckier than me, or maybe some combination of E-ABC/towing/spoiler are the culprits
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If it is any of the aforementioned parts, they aren't the only ones causing delays. I didn't order E-ABC on either of my vehicles and, after I had ordered the roof spoiler, my dealer told me it wasn't available and it had been dropped from the order. I don't get the sense that MBUSA is holding up orders for the spoiler.
#1111
I have the same (diamond white), but included E-ABC, towing package, and spoiler. Just no running boards.
Deposit in March, allocation in April, originally scheduled for 1D August but they had left off E-ABC. After correction, it moved to 2D August. Then gradually got delayed to September 17, 23, 25, 26, and now October 10.
Guess you guys are luckier than me, or maybe some combination of E-ABC/towing/spoiler are the culprits![Smilie](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Deposit in March, allocation in April, originally scheduled for 1D August but they had left off E-ABC. After correction, it moved to 2D August. Then gradually got delayed to September 17, 23, 25, 26, and now October 10.
Guess you guys are luckier than me, or maybe some combination of E-ABC/towing/spoiler are the culprits
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#1112
I am actually seeing a few pretty complex & loaded 450 deliveries here being showcased that were placed later than my order.
I don't have E-ABC yet my build is not late October...no idea how MB is prioritizing those orders, there isn't really any trend I can identify.
I don't have E-ABC yet my build is not late October...no idea how MB is prioritizing those orders, there isn't really any trend I can identify.
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The supply chain must still be a mess with several components still having shortages. E-ABC, or parts of it, must be one of the pieces where they had to change suppliers. It’s been 7 months since early E-ABC ordered cars were built and stored if my memory is correct.
The good thing about waiting is that a lot of the issues should be resolved. I’m getting my car back today after a week in the shop. I’m almost certain that there was a kinked AC drain line that caused many of my random electrical issues. Either that or a controller (computer) was defective. The downside of all the Tech is the higher chance of issues. The more basic loaner I was given seemed pretty solid. I keep telling myself to give any new model a year before buying but “get the fever” and order early.
The good thing about waiting is that a lot of the issues should be resolved. I’m getting my car back today after a week in the shop. I’m almost certain that there was a kinked AC drain line that caused many of my random electrical issues. Either that or a controller (computer) was defective. The downside of all the Tech is the higher chance of issues. The more basic loaner I was given seemed pretty solid. I keep telling myself to give any new model a year before buying but “get the fever” and order early.
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2020 GLE 450 & 1 on order
I received a recall notice last week from Mercedes-Benz concerning AC drain line issues. I Purchased my GLE 450 July 19, 2019 from inventory.
Has anyone else received this notice?
Has anyone else received this notice?
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I just got a call that my GLE 450 came in. I ordered it back in February. No E-ABC but here is the baseline and the add ons:
MODEL: 2020 GLE450W4
775 Iridium Silver Metallic
201 Black Leather
Options
DA2 DA2 Driver Assistance Package Plus: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC $2,250
546 Active Speed Limit Assist
513 Traffic Sign Assist
292 Side Airbags
266 DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist
233 Distronic Plus
23U factory code
P20 Driving Assistance Plus
K34 Route Based Speed Action
K33 Extended Restart by STOP and GO Traffic
K32 TBD
DA3 DA3 Parking Assistance Package: Surround View System $400
501 Surround View System
P47 Parking Package
DA4 DA4 Exterior Lighting Package: LED Intelligent Light System, Adaptiv $900
640 Multibeam LED Headlights
608 Intelligent Highbeam Control
DB0 DB0 Warmth and Comfort Package: Rapid-Heating Front Seats, Heated $1,050
906 Heated Armrest
902 Rapid Heating Seats
P68 Warmth and Comfort Package
DC5 DC5 Acoustic Comfort Package: Increased Cabin Insulation, Windshiel $1,100
596 Infrared glass
PAF Acoustic Comfort PKG
DP1 DP1 Premium Package: 115V AC household-type Power Outlet, SiriusXM® $1,000
897 NFC Wireless Charging
876 64-Color Interior Ambient Lighting
866 Rear Seat Entertainment System Prewiring
536 SiriusXM Radio with Free Trial Period
U80 115V AC Power Outlet
D11 Roof Spoiler, Body Color $600
D26 Load Sill Protector $150
H31 Natural Grain Grey Oak Wood Trim $160
K26 Factory Code
P64 Power Passenger Seat w/Memory $350
U09 MB-Tex Upper Dash and Door Trim $700
U19 Augmented Video for Navigation $300
1B4 Factory Code
242 Power Passenger Seat w/Memory
399 Multicontour Front Seats with Massage Feature $1,100
401 Heated and Ventilated Front Seats $450
413 Power Tilt/Sliding Panorama Roof $1,000
436 Comfort Headrests/Front
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443 Heated Steering Wheel $250
491 US Equipment
50R 20" 10-Spoke Wheels $750
51U Black Fabric Headliner
549 MBUX Multimedia System
550 Trailer Hitch $575
557 Increased Towing Capacity with Trailer Hitch
810 Burmester® Surround Sound System $850
846 Illuminated Running Boards $650
872 Heated Rear Seats $580
I'd be curious if anyone knows which of these add-ons were the problem, as I'm guessing it wasn't the Iridium Silver paint.
MODEL: 2020 GLE450W4
775 Iridium Silver Metallic
201 Black Leather
Options
DA2 DA2 Driver Assistance Package Plus: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC $2,250
546 Active Speed Limit Assist
513 Traffic Sign Assist
292 Side Airbags
266 DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist
233 Distronic Plus
23U factory code
P20 Driving Assistance Plus
K34 Route Based Speed Action
K33 Extended Restart by STOP and GO Traffic
K32 TBD
DA3 DA3 Parking Assistance Package: Surround View System $400
501 Surround View System
P47 Parking Package
DA4 DA4 Exterior Lighting Package: LED Intelligent Light System, Adaptiv $900
640 Multibeam LED Headlights
608 Intelligent Highbeam Control
DB0 DB0 Warmth and Comfort Package: Rapid-Heating Front Seats, Heated $1,050
906 Heated Armrest
902 Rapid Heating Seats
P68 Warmth and Comfort Package
DC5 DC5 Acoustic Comfort Package: Increased Cabin Insulation, Windshiel $1,100
596 Infrared glass
PAF Acoustic Comfort PKG
DP1 DP1 Premium Package: 115V AC household-type Power Outlet, SiriusXM® $1,000
897 NFC Wireless Charging
876 64-Color Interior Ambient Lighting
866 Rear Seat Entertainment System Prewiring
536 SiriusXM Radio with Free Trial Period
U80 115V AC Power Outlet
D11 Roof Spoiler, Body Color $600
D26 Load Sill Protector $150
H31 Natural Grain Grey Oak Wood Trim $160
K26 Factory Code
P64 Power Passenger Seat w/Memory $350
U09 MB-Tex Upper Dash and Door Trim $700
U19 Augmented Video for Navigation $300
1B4 Factory Code
242 Power Passenger Seat w/Memory
399 Multicontour Front Seats with Massage Feature $1,100
401 Heated and Ventilated Front Seats $450
413 Power Tilt/Sliding Panorama Roof $1,000
436 Comfort Headrests/Front
09.19.2019 18.04.51
443 Heated Steering Wheel $250
491 US Equipment
50R 20" 10-Spoke Wheels $750
51U Black Fabric Headliner
549 MBUX Multimedia System
550 Trailer Hitch $575
557 Increased Towing Capacity with Trailer Hitch
810 Burmester® Surround Sound System $850
846 Illuminated Running Boards $650
872 Heated Rear Seats $580
I'd be curious if anyone knows which of these add-ons were the problem, as I'm guessing it wasn't the Iridium Silver paint.
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My guess is that there are a number of options that the suppliers are having problems with. Some time back, there was a letter from MBUSA to the dealers regarding the delays and I believe that reference was made to "suppliers", plural (this letter is probably in this thread). I also recall hearing about the seat vendor causing some of the delays. Although you don't have E-ABC, you do have a pretty specialized seating package. It would be an interesting detective exercise to try to find the problem, but as mentioned above, I would be simple courtesy for MBUSA to just let us know exactly what the problems are.
#1119
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Yes. Received mine last Wednesday - All options (including towing and e-abc) except 3rd row, MBUX interior assist and the high end 3D sound
Original order from fall last year which went into production early Jan and was scheduled for delivery end of March never showed up - no communication, late April I was advised to re-order.
The April re-order was scheduled to arrive end of this month (sept) but the dealership received one sooner that somehow was a match so I took it - amen to an almost 1 year wait.
- R
Original order from fall last year which went into production early Jan and was scheduled for delivery end of March never showed up - no communication, late April I was advised to re-order.
The April re-order was scheduled to arrive end of this month (sept) but the dealership received one sooner that somehow was a match so I took it - amen to an almost 1 year wait.
- R
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#1120
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Ordered 450 with E:ABC in Austin, TX June 18, 2019. Build decade given when ordering was first decade of September. The build date was then scheduled for third decade with date of September 22, then September 25, then September 26 and today was told October 10. All options except 3rd row, high end 3D sound, and running boards. We will see if the October 10 date holds. Dealer says 450 orders are coming in, but SA said we are the only order with E:ABC. Still unable to get the rear spoiler in original order or updated to include. Dealer says it is being redesigned and will be available "soon."
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Originally Posted by Betsyg825
Check out this site: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?gclsrc...SAAEgL8ZPD_BwE
My concern about the EABC is that if Merc is having such a problem just rushing it out the door, are the new owners going to beta test a function that could easily cause an accident?
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Lots of buyers who haven't ordered E-ABC are having delays, buyers who have ordered E-ABC may have the delays for other reasons not E-ABC.
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Ordered my GLE450 back on May 25th, No E-ABC but is loaded with Night Package/Premium Package/Technology Package/Intelligent Package. Also MBUX Interior Assist, Running Boards, 21Inch AMG MultiSpoke Wheels.
When I was ordering the car, SA advised that is would take 3 months to get here.
SA informed me the end of June that production will start soon, then Advised end of August that Production is completed, and a delivery date was set for this week.
Called my SA today to make sure that we are all set for this week, and he informed me that it will be delayed and now the new delivery date is beginning of November.
I am based in Toronto Canada.
Had made custom orders from Benz before, Never had any issues in the past.
Not sure if it's worth waiting till November!
When I was ordering the car, SA advised that is would take 3 months to get here.
SA informed me the end of June that production will start soon, then Advised end of August that Production is completed, and a delivery date was set for this week.
Called my SA today to make sure that we are all set for this week, and he informed me that it will be delayed and now the new delivery date is beginning of November.
I am based in Toronto Canada.
Had made custom orders from Benz before, Never had any issues in the past.
Not sure if it's worth waiting till November!
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