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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component12
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Fuel system, gasoline | 3 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Electrical system | 2 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Trailer hitches | 1 |
Safety recalls12
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jul 24, 202626V481000 | Latches/locks/linkages: doors lockA vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V481000
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| Aug 20, 202525V533000 | Steering: critical fastenersA loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V533000
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| Jun 11, 202525V365000 | Exterior lighting: headlightsImproperly adjusted headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V365000
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| Jun 6, 202525V379000 | Structure: body roof and pillarsIn the event of a crash, insufficient impact protection can increase the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V379000
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| May 12, 202525V255000 | Electrical system: wiring fuses and circuit breakersAn incorrect fuse box can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing… DetailsHide details for campaign 25V255000
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| Oct 25, 202424V808000 | Seats: critical fastenersAn incorrectly attached seat may not properly restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V808000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Glc 300, Glc 300 4matic, Amg Glc43, Glc300. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
Owner complaints by component65
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 30 | 46 |
| Engine | 15 | 23 |
| Unknown or other | 12 | 18 |
| Exterior lighting | 10 | 15 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 9 | 14 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 12 |
| Structure | 6 | 9 |
| Lane departure | 6 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 8 |
| Power train | 4 | 6 |
| Hydraulic | 2 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 3 |
| Steering | 2 | 3 |
| Equipment | 1 | 2 |
| Communication | 1 | 2 |
1 more component 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.
Latest reports
- Service brakes
“The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the brake pedal felt as if it had released, and the vehicle…”
- Forward collision avoidance
“My 2023 GLC300 suffered a severe, unprovoked emergency brake deployment in traffic, nearly causing a pileup. on [XXX].”
- Unknown or other
“I purchased a new Mercedes Benz GLC300 2023. Last month, my friend and I were driving on I75 in Florida when we heard what sounded like a loud boom or gunshot. We quickly discovered that my sunroof had exploded.”
Other Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class model years
- 20263 recalls10 complaints
- 20254 recalls48 complaints
- 20248 recalls31 complaints
- 202312 recalls64 complaints
- 20222 recalls64 complaints
- 20219 recalls75 complaints
- 202020 recalls80 complaints
- 201914 recalls69 complaints
All years: 2026 · 2025 · 2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018 · 2017 · 2016
Other Mercedes-Benz models
- 2023 C-Class10 recalls26 complaints
- 2023 E-Class5 recalls24 complaints
- 2023 Sprinter7 recalls38 complaints
- 2023 GLE-Class5 recalls33 complaints
- 2023 S-Class10 recalls10 complaints
- 2023 CLA-Class1 recall6 complaints
- 2023 Metris4 recalls2 complaints
- 2023 CLS-Class3 recalls3 complaints
- 2023 GLS-Class5 recalls10 complaints
- 2023 GLA-Class1 recall8 complaints
- 2023 AMG GT6 recalls3 complaints
- 2023 G-Class5 recalls6 complaints
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class recall questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class have?
NHTSA lists 12 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class. The most recent, 26V481000 (reported July 24, 2026), concerns latches/locks/linkages. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class recalls for?
The largest group is fuel system, gasoline, with 3 campaigns. Others: structure (2), electrical system (2), latches/locks/linkages (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 30 complaints out of 65 filed with NHTSA (46%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 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.
Check a specific Mercedes-Benz by VIN
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