VehicleVerdict

Mazda GLC years to avoid

Across 1977–1985, no single GLC year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1982 drew the most complaints; 1983 the fewest.

5

Total complaints

5

Recall campaigns

1977–1985

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Mazda GLC NHTSA complaints by model year3 complaints1977: 0 complaints1978: 0 complaints1979: 0 complaints1980: 0 complaints1981: 0 complaints1982: 3 complaints1983: 0 complaints1984: 1 complaints1985: 1 complaints
Mazda GLC NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every GLC year

YearComplaintsRecalls
198511
198411
198302
198234
198102
198002
197902
197802
197701

Common questions

What is the best year for the Mazda GLC?

By complaint volume, 1983 has the cleanest NHTSA record among GLC years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Mazda GLC have?

Across all model years, the GLC has 5 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 5 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.