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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 9
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 75
Latest campaign: Feb 2, 2024

Recall summary by component9

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Exterior lighting	2	Feb 2, 2024	24V070000 22V261000
Electrical system	2	May 20, 2022	22V365000 21V058000
Fuel system, gasoline	1	Jun 26, 2023	23V445000
Air bags	1	Jul 12, 2021	21V527000
Back over prevention	1	May 14, 2021	21V354000
Seats	1	Apr 1, 2021	21V230000
Communication	1	Feb 12, 2021	21V072000

Safety recalls9

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 Campaign NHTSA 24V070000 · Feb 2, 2024
Jun 26, 202323V445000	Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V445000 What's wrong 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. Risk A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012. Filed under Amg Glc43, Amg Glc63, Amg Glc63 S, Glc 300 Campaign NHTSA 23V445000 · Jun 26, 2023
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 Campaign NHTSA 22V365000 · May 20, 2022
Apr 15, 202222V261000	Exterior lighting: headlights Headlight failure can decrease visibility for both the driver and surrounding traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V261000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLC 300, GLC 300 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic, and AMG GLC 43 4Matic vehicles. The electrical connection for the headlights may not be watertight, which can result in headlight failure. Risk Headlight failure can decrease visibility for both the driver and surrounding traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight sealing plugs, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022050005. Filed under Amg Glc43, Amg Glc63, Amg Glc63 S, Glc300 Campaign NHTSA 22V261000 · Apr 15, 2022
Jul 12, 202121V527000	Air bags: sensor side impact Air bags and seatbelts that don't function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V527000 What's wrong 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 air bags and seatbelts during a side impact crash. Risk Air bags and seatbelts that don't function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the side impact crash sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021070032/33. Filed under Glc 300 Campaign NHTSA 21V527000 · Jul 12, 2021
May 14, 202121V354000	Back over prevention: sensing system camera A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 21V354000 What's wrong 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 details. The MBUX multimedia system software may cause the display to remain black, or reboot after startup. This could result in the rearview camera image not displaying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility." Risk A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Remedy The multimedia system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 28, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021050012. Filed under Amg Glc43, Amg Glc63, Glc 300 Campaign NHTSA 21V354000 · May 14, 2021

Merged from NHTSA model names: Amg Glc43, Glc 300, Amg Glc63, Amg Glc63 S, Glc300. 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).

Owner complaints by component75

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75Complaints filed

2Involving a crash

2Involving a fire

1Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Engine	33	44	1	0	0
Exterior lighting	14	19	0	0	0
Electrical system	10	13	0	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	10	13	0	0	0
Unknown or other	8	11	0	2	0
Power train	6	8	0	0	0
Back over prevention	3	4	0	0	0
Visibility/wiper	3	4	0	0	0
Forward collision avoidance	3	4	0	0	0
Structure	3	4	0	0	0
Lane departure	2	3	1	0	1
Fuel system	2	3	0	0	0
Gasoline	2	3	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	2	3	0	0	0
Tires	1	1	0	0	0

3 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 AMG GLC43, AMG GLC63, GLC, GLC-Class Coupe.

Latest reports

Lane departure
“The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the blind spot assist detection feature failed to function as intended.”
Filed 10/05/2026 · ODI 11769131
Exterior lighting
“I own a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The vehicle developed moisture/condensation in the headlamp, and the affected headlamp subsequently failed.”
Filed 09/11/2026 · ODI 11763616
Exterior lighting
“My vehicle is experiencing moisture intrusion caused by a defective headlight housing seal. The water intrusion has resulted in a short circuit and failure of the turn signal module within the headlamp assembly.”
Filed 09/10/2026 · ODI 11763491

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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class have?

NHTSA lists 9 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 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 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class recalls for?

The largest group is exterior lighting, with 2 campaigns. Others: electrical system (2), fuel system, gasoline (1), air bags (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 33 complaints out of 75 filed with NHTSA (44%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 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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