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2025 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 28 complaints on file for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

28

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

9

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2025 compare to other Glc 300 years?

Glc 300 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 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, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2025 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1139%
Driver Assistance414%
Engine311%
Brakes27%
Other27%
Seats27%
Body & Structure14%
Speed Control14%
Fuel System14%
Steering14%

Does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 have recalls?

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

26V281000Electrical SystemMay 1, 2026 · 144,049 units

Defect

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 were mailed June 29, 2026. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026050004. 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 May 8, 2026.

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.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“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 fire.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 26, 2026 · crash

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · August 29, 2025 · crash

“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 fire.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · May 26, 2026 · crash

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · August 29, 2025 · crash

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seats · October 8, 2025 · crash

2025 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 — common questions

Is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 reliable?

The record is thin — 28 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2025 Glc 300 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (11 complaints), driver assistance (4 complaints), engine (3 complaints).

Does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2025 Mercedes-Benz Glc 300. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.