Model year
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name GLC-Class for 2020. Under the matched names AMG GLC43, AMG GLC63, AMG GLC63 S, GLC 300, GLC 350, and GLC 350 E, NHTSA lists 20 recalls and 80 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for GLC 300 are ENGINE (21), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (15), STEERING (5). NHTSA lists 2 investigations. NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 18–25 mpg combined and 49 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,300–$4,550, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2016 141 complaints
- 2017 117 complaints
- 2018 99 complaints
- 2019 69 complaints
- 2020 80 complaints
- 2021 75 complaints
- 2022 64 complaints
- 2023 65 complaints
- 2024 31 complaints
- 2025 48 complaints
- 2026 11 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Matched NHTSA names
The EPA model name is not itself a name in the NHTSA file for 2020. The counts in the answer are the sum of the names below. Overlap between those names is not removed.
| NHTSA name | Recalls | Complaints | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GLC43 | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| AMG GLC63 | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| AMG GLC63 S | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| GLC 300 | 16 | 69 | 1 |
| GLC 350 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| GLC 350 E | 6 | 2 | 1 |
Recalls for GLC 300
24V070000 · Feb 2, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 GLC 300, 2020 GLC 350e, and 2020-2022 AMG GLC 43 vehicles. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted too high and create a glare for oncoming traffic. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of…
23V854000 · Dec 15, 2023
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been…
22V365000 · May 20, 2022
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for…
22V232000 · Apr 8, 2022
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview…
21V961000 · Dec 13, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a…
21V527000 · Jul 12, 2021
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG CLS53, E350, E450, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, 2020 S450, S560, G550, AMG GLC63, 2020-2021 GLC300, and AMG G63 vehicles. The side crash sensor connectors may come loose, which could delay the activation of…
21V354000 · May 14, 2021
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class 4-door Coupe vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model…
21V197000 · Mar 19, 2021
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG, 2015 C400, S65 AMG, 2015-2019 C63 AMG, 2016 C450, 2015-2016 GLA45 AMG, S600, 2016-2020 GLC300, 2017-2019 GLC43 AMG, GLE43…
21V072000 · Feb 12, 2021
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION; COMMUNICATION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 C300, E300, 2018-2020 CLA250, 2020 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG GT53, GLE450, 2018 AMG E63, AMG GTA, 2017-2020 GLA250, GLC300, 2019 GLC350, AMG GLC43, 2017-2018 GLE350, 2019 AMG GLC 43, GLC350, GLE400, 2017 GLS450, S550,…
21V058000 · Feb 5, 2021
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for…
6 more recalls are in the NHTSA file for this name and are not listed here. Campaign numbers above link to NHTSA.
Complaints for GLC 300
69 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 3, fire flag on 0, injury field 4, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations for GLC 300
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE21001 | Front Roof Panel Detachment · STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS | Jan 8, 2021 | Oct 14, 2021 |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coupe SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| Coupe SUV RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| Hybrid SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.186 | NHTSA photo |
| SUV RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.184 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLC300 · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 | 29 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| GLC300 4matic · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 21 | 28 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| GLC300 4matic Coupe · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 21 | 28 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| AMG GLC63 4matic Plus · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | — | — | $4,550 |
| AMG GLC63 4matic Plus Coupe · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | — | — | $4,550 |
| AMG GLC63 S 4matic Plus Coupe · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | — | — | $4,550 |
| AMG GLC43 4matic · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 21 | — | — | $3,900 |
| AMG GLC43 4matic Coupe · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 21 | — | — | $3,900 |
| GLC350e 4matic · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Plug-in Hybrid | 23 | 28 | 25 | 49.0 | 360 | $3,300 |
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