2023 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 300 4MATIC
7 recalls — 7 complaints
25V533000
Aug 20, 2025
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2026 EQE and GLC vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.
Consequence
A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the steering coupling bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
25V533000
Aug 20, 2025
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2026 EQE and GLC vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.
Consequence
A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the steering coupling bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
25V533000
Aug 20, 2025
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2026 EQE and GLC vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.
Consequence
A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the steering coupling bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
25V365000
Jun 11, 2025
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 GLC 300 and GLC 300 4MATIC vehicles. The headlights are missing adjustment prevention caps, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety ... Read more
Consequence
Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025060005.
25V379000
Jun 6, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2025 GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC, 2024-2025 AMG GLC 43 4MATIC, 2025 GLC 350E 4MATIC, and AMG GLC 63 S E vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. In certain crash scenarios, where the rear occupant's head contacts the C-pillar, the pillar may no... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, insufficient impact protection can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the roof lining and C-pillar trim, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
25V379000
Jun 6, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2025 GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC, 2024-2025 AMG GLC 43 4MATIC, 2025 GLC 350E 4MATIC, and AMG GLC 63 S E vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. In certain crash scenarios, where the rear occupant's head contacts the C-pillar, the pillar may no... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, insufficient impact protection can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the roof lining and C-pillar trim, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
25V379000
Jun 6, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2025 GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC, 2024-2025 AMG GLC 43 4MATIC, 2025 GLC 350E 4MATIC, and AMG GLC 63 S E vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. In certain crash scenarios, where the rear occupant's head contacts the C-pillar, the pillar may no... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, insufficient impact protection can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the roof lining and C-pillar trim, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Complaint Statistics
7 total complaints
2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jan 13, 2026
Incident date: Jan 5, 2026
The glass panel between the windshield and the sun roof shattered spontaneously
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 15, 2025
Incident date: Nov 8, 2025
When loading groceries in my trunk, the door randomly closes on my head. The last time this door closed while we were loading, I tried stopping it with my hand, by holding it, so my spouse doesnt get smashed, and it will not stop at all. There needs to be a safety feature installed to stop this tr... Read more
2 injured
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Sep 5, 2025
Incident date: Nov 7, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 4Matic. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and coming to a stop, the vehicle skidded or slid and felt like it had been rear-ended. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure could not ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Sep 5, 2025
Incident date: Nov 7, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 4Matic. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and coming to a stop, the vehicle skidded or slid and felt like it had been rear-ended. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure could not ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 5, 2025
Incident date: Nov 7, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 4Matic. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and coming to a stop, the vehicle skidded or slid and felt like it had been rear-ended. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure could not ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 3, 2025
Incident date: Jun 3, 2025
The rear door randomly closes with force unexpectantly. We contacted the Mercedes dealer where the car was purchased and is serviced. They responded it can not be fixed and was an ongoing concern of many owners
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 31, 2025
Incident date: May 30, 2023
I have had numerous incidents since I purchased the vehicle in April of 2023. The first was when it would not start. It continuously ran through all of the error messages and simply refused to start. This happened numerous times, leaving me stranded for 20 minutes or longer. Then, the safety feature... Read more
MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 300 4MATIC — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 300 4MATIC across all model years (2023–2026).
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Total Recalls
22
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths