2016 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC43
1 recalls — 0 complaints — 96 TSBs
17V819000 Dec 18, 2017
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 GLC300, GLC300 4MATIC and GLC43 4MATIC vehicles. These vehicles may have misadjusted headlights, possibly resulting in the low beam headlights insufficiently illuminating the roadway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requ... Read more
Consequence
An insufficiently illuminated roadway may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamp adjustment, adjusting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 12, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC43
96 manufacturer communications from 57 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 18 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 11 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 8 |
| 010000 STEERING | 8 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 4 |
| 353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES | 3 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
NCU - 2024020008
Mar 1, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
i?? Always use the latest XENTRY Diagnosis software release with all available add-ons. i?? Make sure to follow the operation steps exactly as described in XENTRY Diagnosis. i?? Use a battery charger to ensure sufficient power supply of t
NCU - 2024020008
Mar 1, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
i?? Always use the latest XENTRY Diagnosis software release with all available add-ons. i?? Make sure to follow the operation steps exactly as described in XENTRY Diagnosis. i?? Use a battery charger to ensure sufficient power supply of t
LI82.60-P-077553
Feb 23, 2024
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
The radio station favorites list is no longer present after bus idle Saving process during download Perform software update in control unit HU6 in the head unit (A26/17) to version E871.1 (A 247 904 53 00).
LI82.60-P-077553
Feb 23, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The radio station favorites list is no longer present after bus idle Saving process during download Perform software update in control unit HU6 in the head unit (A26/17) to version E871.1 (A 247 904 53 00).
LI91.18-P-077075
Dec 4, 2023
220000 SEATS
Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat bel
ELW -Intake Line
Sep 22, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA (a??MBUSAa??) is extending the coverage for the intake line assembly on your vehicle
LI82.85-P-076799
Aug 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The Mercedes me connect services cannot be activated. The remote status data does not update. Error in N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES). In the HERMES control unit log, under the "URL" tab, the value DEFAULT is st
LI82.85-P-076799
Aug 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Mercedes me connect services cannot be activated. The remote status data does not update. Error in N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES). In the HERMES control unit log, under the "URL" tab, the value DEFAULT is st
NCU-2023060003
Jun 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain Model Year (a??MYa??) 2016 a?? 2021 C-Class (205 platform), E-Class (213 platform) and GLC (253 platform) vehicles, the air conditioning contro
NCU-2023060003
Jun 15, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain Model Year (a??MYa??) 2016 a?? 2021 C-Class (205 platform), E-Class (213 platform) and GLC (253 platform) vehicles, the air conditioning contro
NCU-2023060003
Jun 15, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain Model Year (a??MYa??) 2016 a?? 2021 C-Class (205 platform), E-Class (213 platform) and GLC (253 platform) vehicles, the air conditioning contro
LI82.85-P-075375
Jun 9, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In the MBUX weather app, the temperature is displayed in the wrong unit (Fahrenheit instead of A?C, or vice versa). Temperature setting in Mmc mobile application settings incorrect Remedy Adjust the setting in the Mercedes me connect
LI82.85-P-075375
Jun 9, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
In the MBUX weather app, the temperature is displayed in the wrong unit (Fahrenheit instead of A?C, or vice versa). Temperature setting in Mmc mobile application settings incorrect Remedy Adjust the setting in the Mercedes me connect
LI82.85-P-075375
Jun 9, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
In the MBUX weather app, the temperature is displayed in the wrong unit (Fahrenheit instead of A?C, or vice versa). Temperature setting in Mmc mobile application settings incorrect Remedy Adjust the setting in the Mercedes me connect
LI82.85-P-075375
Jun 9, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
In the MBUX weather app, the temperature is displayed in the wrong unit (Fahrenheit instead of A?C, or vice versa). Temperature setting in Mmc mobile application settings incorrect Remedy Adjust the setting in the Mercedes me connect
LI72.00-P-075481
Nov 17, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Complaint Staining on door trim strips and top and bottom trim elements on rear side windows Cause Damage to protective coating (due to poor original optimization of coating) of door beltline trim strips, door upper trim strips and side
LI46.35-P-062791
Nov 7, 2022
010000 STEERING
Complaint 1. Vibrations noticeable at steering wheel when front axle is excited when driving at a speed between 65 km/h and 130 km/h over an obstacle. a?? Driving over deeply recessed manhole covers a?? Driving over cross joints a?? Dr
LI72.00-P-075481
Oct 24, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Complaint Staining on door trim strips and top and bottom trim elements on rear side windows Cause Damage to protective coating of door beltline trim strips, door upper trim strips and side window trim element due to strong alkaline det
LI46.15-P-075284
Sep 12, 2022
010000 STEERING
Complaint Malfunction of the electric steering column adjustment. The adjustment application by the driver does not correspond to the adjustment direction of the steering column. Cause Polarity reversal of the lines M20/1 (steering colu
LI46.15-P-063353
Sep 12, 2022
010000 STEERING
Complaint Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position (e.g. with Easy Entry function). Cause Height adjustment moves to the top/bottom limit stop and jams. Remedy There are 2 re
LI82.60-P-075292
Sep 8, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint Customer states after a bus sleep the SiriusXM category changes from "My Favorites" to "All Stations" or a different category. Sometimes, the "My Favorites" category will be unavailable for the entire dri
LI82.85-P-075223
Aug 26, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint In an initial quick test, DTC B238A00 "Fan 2 of the control unit has malfunctioned" may be active and/or stored in the MBUX Multimedia System (A26/17) Cause Current MBUX Multimedia System (A26/17) software release Rem
LI46.15-P-063353
Jul 14, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Complaint Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position (e.g. with Easy Entry function). Cause Height adjustment moves to the top/bottom limit stop and jams. 1. Steering column hei
LI46.15-P-063353
Jul 14, 2022
010000 STEERING
Complaint Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position (e.g. with Easy Entry function). Cause Height adjustment moves to the top/bottom limit stop and jams. 1. Steering column hei
LI46.15-P-063353
Jul 14, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Complaint Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position (e.g. with Easy Entry function). Cause Height adjustment moves to the top/bottom limit stop and jams. 1. Steering column hei
LI32.25-P-066246
Jul 11, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Complaint Thumping noise on rear axle shock absorber on rough road. Cause Until now the rear axle shock absorber support bushing was only available together with the rear axle shock absorber as a replacement part. In future, the rear ax
LI32.25-P-066246
Jul 11, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Complaint Thumping noise on rear axle shock absorber on rough road. Cause Until now the rear axle shock absorber support bushing was only available together with the rear axle shock absorber as a replacement part. In future, the rear ax
ELW-AccelPedal
Jul 1, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has extended the warranty for the accelerator pedal wiring harness and connectors from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 10 years
LI46.35-P-062791
Apr 29, 2022
010000 STEERING
Complaint 1. Vibrations noticeable in steering wheel when front axle is excited while driving at a speed above 40 mph over an obstacle. a?? Driving over deeply recessed manhole covers a?? Driving over cross joints a?? Driving over extr
LI54.10-P-071499
Mar 31, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint The result from the XENTRY battery test does not match the current state of the battery. Cause The XENTRY battery tester uses the stored on-board electrical system data in the SAM module to access the health of the 12 volt bat
SC-202203005
Mar 11, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain MY 2015-2018 C-Class and GLC-Class (205 and 253 platform) vehicles, the software for the powertrain control unit may not correspond to the cu
SC-202203005
Mar 11, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain MY 2015-2018 C-Class and GLC-Class (205 and 253 platform) vehicles, the software for the powertrain control unit may not correspond to the cu
LI68.05-P-060306
Jan 27, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint The garage door hand transmitter cannot be initialized with the integrated garage door opener in the inside rearview mirror. Cause 1. The integrated garage door opener (GDO) is not compatible with the opening system installed
LI68.05-P-060307
Jan 9, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint The range of the integrated garage door opener (GTO) is too short. Cause 1. Vehicles equipped with infrared windows and/or a heated windshield may suffer from complaints involving low transmission power. 2. When comparing the
LI09.00-P-074093
Dec 8, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
"MY15+ M278 and M157 Equipped Vehicles with Fault Code ""P023400 a?? Boost Pressure is Too High"" "
LI82.85-P-06996
Dec 2, 2021
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
MBUX multimedia system: Map data does not match with your system/the navigation system cannot be activated
LI82.85-P-06996
Dec 2, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MBUX multimedia system: Map data does not match with your system/the navigation system cannot be activated
LI2700P073124
Sep 30, 2021
116320 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:SENSOR
Model series 190.4 Anti-theft alarm activates without obvious cause.
LI2700P073124
Sep 30, 2021
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Model series 190.4 Anti-theft alarm activates without obvious cause.
LI8285P069961
Aug 30, 2021
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Upon selecting navigation, the central display may show the following message: "Map data does not match with your system. Please insert a medium containing the corresponding map data". the navigation menu cannot be opened.
LI8270P071024
Aug 27, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The mobile phone address book may not be transferred completely to the multimedia system COMAND, Audio 20, or MBUX. The contact list may not be fully populated and in some instances, the call list will display telephone numbers but no names
LI8285P073418
Aug 24, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On vehicles with code 077 HERMES dummy module the following functions are restricted, unavailable.
LI8860P073470
Aug 11, 2021
071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Fuel filler flap opens slowly/switch flashes/tank is bleeding instrument cluster warning
LI8860P073470
Aug 11, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fuel filler flap opens slowly/switch flashes/tank is bleeding instrument cluster warning
LI8285P073387Ver
Aug 9, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The customer may note that the Dashcam feature is inoperable with one of the following complaints.
LI8285P073387Ver
Aug 3, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The customer may note that the Dashcam feature is inoperable with one of the following complaints.
LI8285P073387Ver
Aug 2, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The customer may note that the Dashcam feature is inoperable with one of the following complaints:
LI2700P073124
Jun 7, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Transmission diagnosis using th eIntelligent Predictive Repair (IPR) tool.
LI2700P073124
Jun 7, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Transmission diagnosis using th eIntelligent Predictive Repair (IPR) tool.
LI2700P073124
Jun 7, 2021
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Transmission diagnosis using th eIntelligent Predictive Repair (IPR) tool.
LI4770P073121
Jun 4, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Vehicle does not start after charging process
LI4770P073121
Jun 4, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle does not start after charging process
NCU-2020070018
Nov 12, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (?MBUSA?) has entered into an agreement with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and the California Attorney General?s O
NCU-2020070018
Nov 12, 2020
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (?MBUSA?) has entered into an agreement with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and the California Attorney General?s O
LI46.15-P-071669
Sep 16, 2020
010000 STEERING
Cracking/Creaking Noises Coming From The Area Of The Mechanical Steering Column
LI54.10-P-071499
Aug 10, 2020
119320 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER
Xentry Battery Tester results disagree with workshop assessment
LI54.10-P-071499
Aug 10, 2020
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Xentry Battery Tester results disagree with workshop assessment
LI82.70-P-071372
Aug 10, 2020
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Mobile phone Apple iPhone 11/11Pro/11ProMax/SE 2020: The Bluetooth connection between the MBUX multimedia system and the mobile phone is briefly lost
LI82.70-P-071372
Aug 10, 2020
353630 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI
Mobile phone Apple iPhone 11/11Pro/11ProMax/SE 2020: The Bluetooth connection between the MBUX multimedia system and the mobile phone is briefly lost
LI46.11-P-071594
Aug 7, 2020
012000 STEERING:STEERING WHEEL /HANDLE BAR:HAND HEATER/COOLER
Steering wheel heater and/or Distronic function limited
LI46.11-P-071594
Aug 7, 2020
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Steering wheel heater and/or Distronic function limited
LI82.85-P-071453
Jul 31, 2020
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional
LI82.85-P-071453
Jul 31, 2020
340000 COMMUNICATION
Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional
NCU - HVAC Warra
May 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleged mold and mildew type
P-SC-2020020001
Feb 7, 2020
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Information Label on Tire Sealant
P-SC-2020020001
Feb 7, 2020
190000 TIRES
Information Label on Tire Sealant
LI82.85-P-070744
Jan 14, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Audible fan noise from area of center console
LI82.85-P-070516
Dec 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
MBUX multimedia system: Mercedes-Benz service stations not available in Navigation menu
LI46 35-P-070153
Aug 19, 2019
010000 STEERING
Assessment of actuating and operating noise from steering
LI82-85-P-069874
May 30, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
MBUX multimedia system: No vehicle image in menu settings
LI83-70-P-064480
May 22, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
"High-voltage battery warning message" in instrument cluster
LI54-10-P-069831
May 21, 2019
100001 HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Electric range is reduced after brief period
LI82-85-P-069725
May 20, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
COMAND Online (code 531): Wrong date in system settings, incorrect time in instrument cluster
LI82 60-P-068381
Jul 11, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Audio 20: Playback stops when a track is changed.
LI82 60-P-068381
Jul 11, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Audio 20: Playback stops when a track is changed.
LI82 60-P-068377
Jul 10, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Audio 20: SD card with audio files is not read
LI82 60-P-068377
Jul 10, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Audio 20: SD card with audio files is not read
P-SC-2017080006
Mar 2, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Update fuel system control unit (FSCU) software
LI82.85-P-067581
Jan 11, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Message "SOS - Service Not Activated" in instrument cluster
LI68.05-P-060306
Jan 11, 2018
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
Garage door opener cannot be programmed
LI68.05-P-060307
Jan 11, 2018
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
Garage door opener range too short
LI68.05-P-060305
Jan 11, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Garage door opener loses programming
LI68.05-P-060305
Jan 11, 2018
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
Garage door opener loses programming
LI54.30-P-066875
Dec 8, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Clock is slow in vehicles without navigation
LI42.10-P-065628
Jan 30, 2017
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake squeal from front axle at low temperatures
LI88.40-P-065543
Jan 12, 2017
176100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Installation of hood seal, model 253
P-SC-2017010001
Jan 11, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
Perform SCN Coding in Transmission Control Module
LI09.40-P-064267
Jun 13, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
Rattling noises in area of 2-stage turbocharger, OM651
LI46.35-P-062292
Jun 10, 2016
010000 STEERING
Vehicle wanders to the left or right.
LI82.10-P-064172
Jun 7, 2016
130000 VISIBILITY
Headlamp lights up sporadically
LI54.00-P-064149
May 23, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Failure of stereo multifunction camera
LI54.00-P-064149
May 23, 2016
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Failure of stereo multifunction camera
LI54.10-P-060374
May 23, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle cannot be unlocked/ vehicle does not start - starter battery discharged
LI54.10-P-060374
May 13, 2016
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Vehicle cannot be unlocked/ vehicle does not start - starter battery discharged
LI54.10-P-060374
May 13, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle cannot be unlocked/ vehicle does not start - starter battery discharged
LI42.10-P-063978
May 2, 2016
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake squeal on front axle at low temperatures
MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC43 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC43 across all model years (2016–2026).
49
Total Recalls
46
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
6
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC43 — Year by Year
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