Model year
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name GLC-Class for 2022. Under the matched names AMG GLC43 and GLC 300, NHTSA lists 2 recalls and 64 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for GLC 300 are STEERING (14), FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (13), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (12). NHTSA rated 2 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 19–24 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,400–$4,350, 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 2022. 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 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| GLC 300 | 2 | 61 | 0 |
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…
23V445000 · Jun 26, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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.
Complaints for GLC 300
61 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 6, fire flag on 2, injury field 7, deaths field 1. 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
No investigations are matched to this name.
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 | — |
| SUV 4WD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.185 | NHTSA photo |
| SUV RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.185 | 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 | 27 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| GLC300 4matic · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 21 | 28 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| GLC300 4matic Coupe · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 21 | 27 | 23 | — | — | $3,550 |
| AMG GLC43 4matic · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 25 | 21 | — | — | $3,900 |
| AMG GLC43 4matic Coupe · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 24 | 19 | — | — | $4,350 |
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