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2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2020 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 20
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 80
Latest campaign: Feb 2, 2024

Recall summary by component20

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Electrical system	5	May 20, 2022	22V365000 21V058000 20V776000 20V607000 20V395000
Structure	2	Dec 15, 2023	23V854000 21V197000
Back over prevention	2	Apr 8, 2022	22V232000 21V354000
Air bags	2	Jul 12, 2021	21V527000 19V685000
Communication	2	Feb 12, 2021	21V072000 20V068000
Exterior lighting	1	Feb 2, 2024	24V070000
Power train	1	Jul 11, 2022	22V494000
Fuel system, gasoline	1	Dec 13, 2021	21V961000
Steering	1	Oct 23, 2020	20V651000
Engine and engine cooling	1	Jun 22, 2020	20V364000
Seats	1	Jun 5, 2020	20V328000
Forward collision avoidance	1	Jul 19, 2019	19V540000

Safety recalls20

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

3Fixable over the air

Feb 2, 2024Latest campaign


Feb 2, 202424V070000	Exterior lighting: headlights Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V070000 What's wrong 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 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." Risk Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect the headlight adjustment and correct it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Filed under Amg Glc43, Glc 300, Glc 350 E Campaign NHTSA 24V070000 · Feb 2, 2024
Dec 15, 202323V854000	Structure: body roof and pillars A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V854000 What's wrong 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 bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair, allowing the front panel to detach from the vehicle. Risk A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 21V-197. Filed under Glc 300 Campaign NHTSA 23V854000 · Dec 15, 2023
Jul 11, 202222V494000	Power train: automatic transmission A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V494000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLC350E4 vehicles. The transmission wiring harness may be routed improperly, allowing it to chafe against the front drive shaft, which can cause loss of drive power. Risk A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022080001. Filed under Glc 350 E Campaign NHTSA 22V494000 · Jul 11, 2022
May 20, 202222V365000	Electrical system: software A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders… Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 22V365000 What's wrong 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 specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system. Risk A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury. Remedy The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006. Filed under Amg Glc43, Amg Glc63, Glc 300, Glc 350 Campaign NHTSA 22V365000 · May 20, 2022
Apr 8, 202222V232000	Back over prevention: display function An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V232000 What's wrong 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 camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility." Risk An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022060007. Filed under Amg Glc43, Amg Glc63, Amg Glc63 S, Glc 300, Glc 350 E Campaign NHTSA 22V232000 · Apr 8, 2022
Dec 13, 202121V961000	Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system fuel rail A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V961000 What's wrong 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 gasoline engine. During the manufacturing process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak. Risk A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. Remedy Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030003. Filed under Glc 300 Campaign NHTSA 21V961000 · Dec 13, 2021

Merged from NHTSA model names: Amg Glc43, Glc 300, Glc 350 E, Amg Glc63, Glc 350, Amg Glc63 S. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component80

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

80Complaints filed

3Involving a crash

2Involving a fire

4Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Engine	27	34	0	2	0
Unknown or other	16	20	0	0	0
Electrical system	10	13	0	2	0
Back over prevention	8	10	0	0	0
Forward collision avoidance	6	8	1	0	3
Power train	6	8	0	0	0
Exterior lighting	5	6	0	0	0
Steering	5	6	1	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	4	5	0	0	0
Structure	4	5	0	1	0
Service brakes	4	5	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	3	4	0	0	0
Air bags	2	3	1	0	1
Seat belts	1	1	0	0	0
Visibility	1	1	0	0	0

6 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names GLC-Class, GLC-Class Coupe, GLC-Class Hybrid.

Latest reports

Engine
“My check-engine light recently illuminated, and diagnostic testing identified fault code P06DA00, relating to the oil pump control valve circuit.”
Filed 08/31/2026 · ODI 11761172
Forward collision avoidance
“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request?”
Filed 08/28/2026 · ODI 11760501
Seat belts
“The seatbelt latch does not fully release when you press the red button. It needs to be wiggled and then it eventually does release. This is an ongoing issue.”
Filed 08/20/2026 · ODI 11758163

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2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class have?

NHTSA lists 20 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class. The most recent, 24V070000 (reported February 2, 2024), concerns exterior lighting. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class recalls for?

The largest group is electrical system, with 5 campaigns. Others: structure (2), back over prevention (2), air bags (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 27 complaints out of 80 filed with NHTSA (34%). Across all complaints, owners reported 3 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.

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Recall summary by component20

Safety recalls20

Exterior lighting: headlights

Structure: body roof and pillars

Power train: automatic transmission

Electrical system: software

Back over prevention: display function

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system fuel rail