Model year
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name GLC-Class for 2025. Under the matched names AMG GLC43, AMG GLC43 4MATIC COUPE, AMG GLC63 S E, AMG GLC63 S E 4MATIC+, AMG GLC63 S E 4MATIC+ COUPE, GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC, GLC 300 4MATIC COUPE, and GLC 350 E 4MATIC, NHTSA lists 4 recalls and 48 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for GLC 350 E 4MATIC are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (8), ENGINE (3), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2). No NHTSA 5-star rating in the SafetyRatings API is matched to this model year. EPA rates it 20–27 mpg combined and 51–52 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,050–$4,100, 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 2025. 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 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| AMG GLC43 4MATIC COUPE | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| AMG GLC63 S E | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| AMG GLC63 S E 4MATIC+ | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| AMG GLC63 S E 4MATIC+ COUPE | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| GLC 300 | 3 | 16 | 0 |
| GLC 300 4MATIC | 3 | 10 | 0 |
| GLC 300 4MATIC COUPE | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| GLC 350 E 4MATIC | 3 | 18 | 0 |
Recalls for GLC 350 E 4MATIC
26V281000 · May 1, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
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.
25V533000 · Aug 20, 2025
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
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.
25V379000 · Jun 6, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
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…
Complaints for GLC 350 E 4MATIC
18 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 1, fire flag on 0, injury field 8, 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 350 E 4MATIC
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
No NHTSA 5-star rating in the Safety Ratings API is matched to this model year.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GLC43 4matic · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 19 | 25 | 21 | — | — | $3,900 |
| AMG GLC43 4matic Coupe · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 18 | 24 | 21 | — | — | $3,900 |
| GLC300 4matic · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 23 | 31 | 26 | — | — | $3,150 |
| GLC300 4matic Coupe · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 23 | 31 | 26 | — | — | $3,150 |
| GLC350e 4matic with EQ Hybrid Tech · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Plug-in Hybrid | 23 | 28 | 25 | 52.0 | 380 | $3,300 |
| AMG GLC63 S E Performance · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Plug-in Hybrid | 19 | 21 | 20 | 51.0 | 340 | $4,100 |
| GLC300 · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 24 | 32 | 27 | — | — | $3,050 |
| AMG GLC63 S E Performance (coupe) · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Plug-in Hybrid | 19 | 21 | 20 | 51.0 | 340 | $4,100 |
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