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2023 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Worth extra scrutiny

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 sits mid-pack among Glc 300 years: 99 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 79, with 11 recalls and one closed investigation. Reports tied to this model year include 3 deaths and 4 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 30 reports (30% of the total).

99

NHTSA complaints

11

Recalls

1

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

4

Injuries

3

Deaths

NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other Glc 300 years?

Glc 300 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted123 complaints2018: 123 complaints2019: 64 complaints2020: 88 complaints2021: 84 complaints2022: 79 complaints2023: 99 complaints2024: 33 complaints2025: 28 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Glc 300 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System3030%
Engine1515%
Driver Assistance1414%
Lighting1010%
Other99%
Brakes55%
Fuel System55%
Body & Structure44%
Transmission33%
Steering22%
Speed Control11%
Visibility & Wipers11%

Does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 have recalls?

11 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V533000SteeringAugust 20, 2025 · 3,749 units

Defect

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.

25V365000LightingJune 11, 2025 · 127 units

Defect

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

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.

25V379000Body & StructureJune 6, 2025 · 92,851 units

Defect

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 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.

25V255000Electrical SystemMay 12, 2025 · 443 units

Defect

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

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

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.

24V808000SeatsOctober 25, 2024 · 7 units

Defect

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

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

Remedy

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.

24V520000Body & StructureJuly 8, 2024 · 7 units

Defect

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

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

Remedy

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.

24V115000Electrical SystemFebruary 16, 2024 · 31,848 units

Defect

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

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

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.

23V880000Fuel SystemDecember 21, 2023 · 79,676 units

Defect

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

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

Remedy

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.

23V878000EngineDecember 21, 2023 · 7 units

Defect

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

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

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.

23V629000Trailer HitchSeptember 11, 2023 · 12,118 units

Defect

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

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

Remedy

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.

23V445000Fuel SystemJune 26, 2023 · 143,551 units

Defect

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

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

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 W4. The contact stated that when his wife was parking the vehicle at approximately 5 MPH and when she depressed the brake pedal, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that his wife said that the brake pedal failed, and the instrument cluster was…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 11, 2024 · crash

Check engine light on, according to Mercedes Benz problem related to 48 V mild hybrid,I took twice car to the dealership ,they can’t reset check engine lights GLC 300 2023 With 3500 miles

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · December 20, 2023

Brand new car that had less than 1500 miles on it, one day went to start it while 20 miles away from home and error messages in dash and beeping "48V battery error, do not change transmission position, reduced functionality of driver assistance features...etc." and car would not start, could not…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · July 30, 2023

Second time the rear left tail light not working properly. The parking light stay on after turning vehicle off at time it turns off. The light assembly was replaced by dealership less than a year ago. The light assembly was defective according to the dealership vehicle was purchase 10 prior.

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · August 15, 2024

Brand new car that had less than 1500 miles on it, one day went to start it while 20 miles away from home and error messages in dash and beeping "48V battery error, do not change transmission position, reduced functionality of driver assistance features...etc." and car would not start, could not…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 30, 2023

2023 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 — common questions

Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 reliable?

It is close to typical for the Glc 300: 99 NHTSA complaints, 11 recalls, and 1 investigation on file.

What are the most common 2023 Glc 300 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (30 complaints), engine (15 complaints), driver assistance (14 complaints).

Does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Glc 300 years to avoid are 2018. The cleanest record among Glc 300 years belongs to 2026.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.