2025 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 300
3 recalls — 28 complaints
26V281000 May 1, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, SL, CLE, and GLC vehicles. The infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank.
Consequence
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the infotainment control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 26, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov b... Read more
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.
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
28 total complaints
7 crashes 1 fires 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 3 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 2 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 2 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER | 1 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 1 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: May 26, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 5 to 10 MPH attempting to park the vehilce lunged forward traveling 20 feet and crashed into the house. The air bags deployed. No warning lights were illuminated , There was no injuries or f... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: May 26, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 5 to 10 MPH attempting to park the vehilce lunged forward traveling 20 feet and crashed into the house. The air bags deployed. No warning lights were illuminated , There was no injuries or f... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: May 26, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 5 to 10 MPH attempting to park the vehilce lunged forward traveling 20 feet and crashed into the house. The air bags deployed. No warning lights were illuminated , There was no injuries or f... Read more
Crash
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
May 12, 2026
Incident date: May 6, 2026
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brakes would suddenly apply, stopping the vehicle immediately. The failure had become more persistent. The contact would immediately apply the accelerator, and the vehicle would gradually accelerate fo... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 12, 2026
Incident date: May 6, 2026
On the day of the incident, I was driving my vehicle at a very low speed while approaching a red traffic light. I applied the brakes normally behind another vehicle that was already stopped. It should be noted that it had rained earlier and the road surface was wet. After stopping, the vehicle’s ... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
Mar 23, 2026
Incident date: Mar 18, 2026
I filled up my gas tank and a couple minutes later experienced shuddering while parked so I decided to turn the vehicle off and turn it back on but it struggles to turn back on. I then drove back home and as I was driving the acceleration was going up and down and then to 0. As i stopped on a red li... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 21, 2025
Incident date: Oct 21, 2025
Sir this is not first time to make complaint I brought my car to Hyundai company after I got an appointment and they called text emailed me and the know my car information on 10/1/2025 I brought my car but they mentioned wrong VIN NUMBER and after that I came back on 10/8/2025 but when I got there t... Read more
Fire
1 injured
STEERING
Oct 10, 2025
Incident date: Oct 8, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 10, 2025
Incident date: Oct 8, 2025
When I entered my vehicle after it was washed at the Mercedes-Benz service location, I pressed Memory 1 button and the seat returned to my normal position. Without any further input, I started the engine, and the driver's seat automatically moved backward by itself. When I readjusted the seat and sh... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 10, 2025
Incident date: Oct 8, 2025
When I entered my vehicle after it was washed at the Mercedes-Benz service location, I pressed Memory 1 button and the seat returned to my normal position. Without any further input, I started the engine, and the driver's seat automatically moved backward by itself. When I readjusted the seat and sh... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 6, 2025
Incident date: Sep 6, 2025
Brakes are squealing and grinding noises when i break. This noises are present no matter the speed. VW Dealership from Kearny Mesa VW, San Diego, California USA. Engine: Start/Stop does shutdown during driving after the autostop system. Electric: Sensors is causing false alerts. I deactivated the sy... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Sep 4, 2025
Incident date: Aug 29, 2025
The brakes did not function at all. Upon trying to brake, the brake pedal was hard and the car would not stop. The car went into s storefront where the cashier is located and could have resulted in serious injury or death to anyone waiting to pay at the store. The forward collision alarm did not ... Read more
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Sep 4, 2025
Incident date: Aug 29, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for an oil change. The contact stated that after leaving the dealer, the vehicle started making an abnormal knocking sound. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer, where i... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Sep 4, 2025
Incident date: Aug 29, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving 25-29 MPH uphill and approaching a stop sign, the vehicle began sputtering and struggling to accelerate. While at the stop sign, the vehicle started idling roughly with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 28, 2025
Incident date: Jun 11, 2025
Defect description: The front bumper cover clips located directly under the headlights on my 2025 Toyota Camry XSE are loosening and detaching. This creates a visible gap between the bumper and the body panels. The condition appeared during normal use and has persisted. No collision damage or afterm... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aug 28, 2025
Incident date: Jun 11, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that a customer was operating the vehicle through the Turo App when the vehicle lost motive power while driving at an undisclosed speed. The contact was unaware whether any warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dea... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 24, 2025
Incident date: Aug 24, 2025
My engine shut off my battery as I was driving. This forced my car to stop in the middle of the road. There wasn’t a battery sign or engine light on until after the event. This could’ve caused a wreck, especially if it would’ve happened on the highway. I also have a problem with my gas not reg... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 24, 2025
Incident date: Aug 24, 2025
My engine shut off my battery as I was driving. This forced my car to stop in the middle of the road. There wasn’t a battery sign or engine light on until after the event. This could’ve caused a wreck, especially if it would’ve happened on the highway. I also have a problem with my gas not reg... Read more
STEERING
Aug 24, 2025
Incident date: Aug 24, 2025
The driver’s seat automatically adjusted while the vehicle was in drive, causing me to lose the ability to reach the pedals and almost resulting in a collision. While driving my 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC with my children in the car, I stopped at a stop sign when the driver’s seat sudden... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jul 2, 2025
Incident date: Dec 24, 2024
On July 2, 2025, while driving at approximately 8:35 PM my 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross suddenly and unexpectedly came to a complete stop. The vehicle's Pre-Collision System (PCS) activated without any obstacle, pedestrian, or vehicle in front of me. I was decelerating at about 15–20 mph in clear wea... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jul 2, 2025
Incident date: Dec 24, 2024
On July 2, 2025, while driving at approximately 8:35 PM my 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross suddenly and unexpectedly came to a complete stop. The vehicle's Pre-Collision System (PCS) activated without any obstacle, pedestrian, or vehicle in front of me. I was decelerating at about 15–20 mph in clear wea... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 2, 2025
Incident date: Dec 24, 2024
In July 2023, I entered into a lease agreement for a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC SUV (VIN: [XXX]). From the outset, the vehicle suffered from recurring mechanical failures. It required service visits on August 10, 2023; March 25, 2024; July 26, 2024; September 20, 2024; and October 7, 2024. Th... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jun 7, 2025
Incident date: Oct 29, 2024
The vehicle was totally inoperable and suddenly came to stop was lucky that was driving in a local road where there was no vehicle, suddenly all different warning signs were coming on the dashboard and couldnt drive at all and vehicle was totally stalled. it was very dangerous situation luckliy i wa... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 7, 2025
Incident date: Oct 29, 2024
The vehicle was totally inoperable and suddenly came to stop was lucky that was driving in a local road where there was no vehicle, suddenly all different warning signs were coming on the dashboard and couldnt drive at all and vehicle was totally stalled. it was very dangerous situation luckliy i wa... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 22, 2025
Incident date: Mar 19, 2025
2024 Escalade ESV sport 4WD was not included in eBCM recall issued in September 2024. Recall 24V-674 My vehicle was manufactured between August 2022 and July 2024. It was ordered and purchased in March 2024. The manufacturer failed to notify me by mail. upon checking recalls on NHTSA and Cadilla... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jan 14, 2025
Incident date: Nov 20, 2024
See attached document for complaint.
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Jan 14, 2025
Incident date: Nov 20, 2024
On [XXX] while driving down [XXX] in Jacksonville Fl my living room/dinning room slide fully extended. No prior warning was given. after getting to the side of the road we called a mobile rv tech. He checked everything and found a code for the parking brake not set. Going down the road it would not... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 14, 2025
Incident date: Nov 20, 2024
On [XXX] while driving down [XXX] in Jacksonville Fl my living room/dinning room slide fully extended. No prior warning was given. after getting to the side of the road we called a mobile rv tech. He checked everything and found a code for the parking brake not set. Going down the road it would not... Read more
NHTSA Safety Investigations — MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 300
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP23003
Opened: Jul 25, 2023 — Closed: May 20, 2024
Malfunction Indicator Light / No-Start
In a letter dated July 2, 2023, Aldelberto A. Cordova (the petitioner) submitted a petition requesting that NHTSA initiate an investigation of an alleged defect within the “ISG 48-volt on-board electrical system,” which resulted in warning light illumination as well as an inability to start the ... Read more
MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 300 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 300 across all model years (2018–2026).
75
Total Recalls
596
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
34
Reported Crashes
11
Reported Fires
1
Reported Deaths