2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300: recalls and complaints

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• 26V48100024 Jul 2026Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Lock
• 25V53300020 Aug 2025Steering / Critical Fasteners
• 25V36500011 Jun 2025Exterior Lighting / Headlights
• 25V3790006 Jun 2025Structure / Body / Roof and Pillars
• 25V25500012 May 2025Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
• 24V80800025 Oct 2024Seats / Critical Fasteners
• 24V5200008 Jul 2024Structure / Interior Panels / Dashboard
• 24V11500016 Feb 2024Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
• 23V88000021 Dec 2023Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump
• 23V87800021 Dec 2023Engine and Engine Cooling / Critical Fasteners
• 23V62900011 Sep 2023Trailer Hitches
• 23V44500026 Jun 2023Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump

1. 26V481000Received 24 Jul 2026. 310,667 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Lock

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging automatically. This may result in a vehicle rollaway.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. 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 beginning July 31, 2026.

   Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Sep 2026.

2. 25V533000Received 20 Aug 2025. 3,749 units.

   Steering / Critical Fasteners

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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, in the NHTSA record

   A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 6 Oct 2025.

3. 25V365000Received 11 Jun 2025. 127 units.

   Exterior Lighting / Headlights

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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 Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2025060005. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Jul 2025.

4. 25V379000Received 6 Jun 2025. 92,851 units.

   Structure / Body / Roof and Pillars

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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 not absorb an adequate amount of the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   In the event of a crash, insufficient impact protection can increase the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 9 Jul 2025.

5. 25V255000Received 12 May 2025. 443 units.

   Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, EQE SUV, EQE, EQS SUV, and EQS vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under recall 24V-115. An incorrect fuse box that was not designed for the vehicle may have been installed.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   An incorrect fuse box can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect and replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025050003/4.

   Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2025050003/4. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 6 Jun 2025.

6. 24V808000Received 25 Oct 2024. 7 units.

   Seats / Critical Fasteners

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 GLC 300 and GLC 300 4MATIC vehicles. The driver's and front passenger seat rail may have been incorrectly attached to the vehicle body.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   An incorrectly attached seat may not properly restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect the bolt connection and tighten the bolts between the driver and front passenger seat rail and the vehicle body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

   Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 4 Dec 2024.

7. 24V520000Received 8 Jul 2024. 7 units.

   Structure / Interior Panels / Dashboard

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 GLC 300 4MATIC vehicles. Certain dashboard area bolts may have been insufficiently tightened, potentially causing improper air bag deployment or parts separation during a crash. In addition, the 12-Volt electric auxiliary heater connections may be loose, possibly causing the electrical wiring to overheat.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   An improper air bag deployment increases the risk of injury in a crash. Overheated wiring can increase the risk of a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were August 23, 2024. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

   Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 23 Aug 2024.

8. 24V115000Received 16 Feb 2024. 31,848 units.

   Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles. The 80-Amp fuses may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the fuses to fail.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   An 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.

   Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2024030008. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 5 Apr 2024.

9. 23V880000Received 21 Dec 2023. 79,676 units.

   Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.

   Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 23 Feb 2024.

10. 23V878000Received 21 Dec 2023. 7 units.

    Engine and Engine Cooling / Critical Fasteners

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 GLC300, 2024 GLE350, and GLE450 vehicles equipped with an M254 engine. The incorrect screws, installed on the high-pressure fuel pump, may prevent a proper seal from forming between the high-pressure fuel pump and the tandem oil pump.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    An inadequate seal can allow fuel and oil to leak onto the road, creating a hazard for other road users and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a fuel and oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of a fire.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2024010008. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 9 Feb 2024.

11. 23V629000Received 11 Sep 2023. 12,118 units.

    Trailer Hitches

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 GLC300 vehicles. The front tow eye may be inadequately threaded to the crossmember and can detach during towing.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A detached tow eye can separate the vehicle from the tow truck, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will inspect and replace the front crossmember, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023090010/120002.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2023090010/120002. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Jan 2024.

12. 23V445000Received 26 Jun 2023. 143,551 units.

    Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2023070012. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 Sep 2023.

The campaign number opens the NHTSA record. Each quotation is the text of the NHTSA recall file.

Recall campaign: One recall in the NHTSA recall file, with one campaign number. A campaign can name many makes, models and model years.

Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. The figure per 1,000 component mentions shows how many of each 1,000 mentions name the component.

• 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300
• All 2023 vehicles

The table shows the 10 components with the most mentions, of 14.

Complaints that report a crash

2

Complaints that report a fire

0

Injuries in the complaints

2

Deaths in the complaints

1

Date of the newest complaint

20 Apr 2026

These figures are the entries of the persons who sent the complaints.

Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

1. 201812
2. 201912
3. 202016
4. 20219
5. 20222
6. 202312
7. 20248
8. 20253
9. 20263

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300?

675,051 units in 12 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 46 recall campaigns for the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, model years 2018 to 2026. 12 of them name the 2023 model year.

Which component do the complaints about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 name most often?

Electrical System: 30 of 99 component mentions, or 303 per 1,000. For all 2023 vehicles the figure is 149.7 per 1,000.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 open?

No. The 1 investigation that names this model year has a closing date in the NHTSA file.