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Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Glc 300 from 2018 to 2026: 423 owner complaints and 77 recalls across 9 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2018 (87), 2020 (69), 2021 (67). Best fuel economy: 29 mpg combined (2024).

Mercedes-Benz Glc 300
Photo: Chanokchon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine125
Electrical101
Other / unknown75
Fuel & propulsion43
Transmission & drivetrain33
Exterior lights33
Forward collision avoidance27
Body & structure25

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
2018128724
2019124724
2020166924
202196725
202226024
2023125528
202482129
202531627
20263127

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz Glc 300?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2018 (87), 2020 (69), 2021 (67).

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 had?

Across 2018–2026, NHTSA lists 77 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).