Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 complaints by model year
653 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2025 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| 2023 | 55 | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| 2022 | 60 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| 2021 | 66 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
| 2020 | 69 | 3 | 0 | 16 |
| 2019 | 47 | 4 | 2 | 12 |
| 2018 | 87 | 4 | 1 | 12 |
| 2017 | 98 | 3 | 2 | 12 |
| 2016 | 133 | 9 | 2 | 12 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 37 | 28 | 11 | 21 | 30 | 10 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 15 | 13 | 14 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 30 | 6 | 12 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 12 | 20 | 12 | 15 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 13 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 7 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 recalls (54)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one GLC 300 model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V481000 | Jul 24, 2026 | Rollaway Risk from Door Switch Failure | 2023, 2024 | — |
| 26V281000 | May 1, 2026 | Blank Instrument Panel Display | 2025, 2026 | 85.1% |
| 26V172000 | Mar 20, 2026 | Incorrect Seat Belt Installed/FMVSS 208, 209 | 2026 | 40% |
| 25V533000 | Aug 20, 2025 | Loss of Steering Control from Loose Steering Bolts | 2023–2026 | 86.9% |
| 25V365000 | Jun 11, 2025 | Missing Headlight Adjustment Caps/FMVSS 108 | 2023 | 88.2% |
| 25V379000 | Jun 6, 2025 | Inadequate Impact Protection in C-Pillar/FMVSS 201 | 2023, 2024, 2025 | 91.7% |
| 25V255000 | May 12, 2025 | Incorrect Fuse Box Installed | 2023, 2024 | 88% |
| 24V862000 | Nov 15, 2024 | Improperly Tightened Rear Axle Differential Bolts | 2024 | 66.7% |
| 24V808000 | Oct 25, 2024 | Incorrectly Attached Driver's Seat Rail | 2023 | 100% |
| 24V658000 | Sep 9, 2024 | Improperly Welded Engine Integral Carrier May Fail | 2024 | 100% |
| 24V520000 | Jul 8, 2024 | Improperly Tightened Bolts on Dashboard | 2023 | 100% |
| 24V115000 | Feb 16, 2024 | 80-Amp Fuse May Fail | 2023, 2024 | 96.4% |
| 24V070000 | Feb 2, 2024 | Headlights Aim Cover Missing/FMVSS 108 | 2019–2022 | 81.1% |
| 23V878000 | Dec 21, 2023 | Improper Seal May Allow Oil and Fuel to Leak | 2023 | 100% |
| 23V880000 | Dec 21, 2023 | Fuel Pump Shutdown May Cause Loss of Drive Power | 2023 | 88.6% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 FAQ
How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 had?
NHTSA lists 54 recall campaigns that cover at least one Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 model year from 2016 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 year has the most complaints?
Among the last 6 model years with settled counts, the 2016 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (133) and the 2019 the fewest (47). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 problems?
Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the engine, electrical system, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 get?
EPA rates the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 at 27 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.