CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (2 reports).
2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 recalls
Front Roof Panel May Detach, Creating Crash Risk
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.
Front roof panel may detach while driving, creating a crash hazard
The front roof panel, located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof, may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a previous repair.
Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location
Certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz vehicles have a software problem in the communication module that runs the automatic crash notification (eCall) system.
Rear seat belt latch may retract, blocking buckling
Certain Mercedes-Benz GLC vehicles from 2016 to 2018 may have a problem with the rear outboard seat belts.
Rear Seat Belts May Not Latch, Raising Crash Injury Risk
Certain rear outboard seat belt latch plates can retract into the interior paneling, so rear passengers may be unable to fasten their seat belts.
Misaligned Headlights May Not Light the Road Well
Some 2016-2017 GLC300, GLC300 4MATIC and GLC43 4MATIC vehicles may have headlights that are misadjusted.
Roof Panels Can Separate and Create Road Hazard
Plastic trim panels on the fixed panoramic sunroof, at the front and sides, may not be bonded securely enough.
Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk
The driver's front airbag may deploy without warning because the steering components may not be properly grounded.
Front seatbelts may not tighten in a crash
Certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not work properly.
Most common 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Lane Departure | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC43 AMG. The contact stated that while reviewing a Carfax report, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 74,000 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 140,000.
Sunroof just exploded
THE LANE KEEPING ASSIST AND/OR LANE BRAKING ASSIST WILL VIOLENTLY MOVE THE VEHICLE UNASSISTED BY DRIVER ONTO ACCESS ROADS THE DRIVER EXPECTS THE VEHICLE TO MAINTAIN ITS POSITION OF THE HIGHWAY AND NOT TO VIOLENTLY TURN ONTO ACCESS ROADS.. IT IS PARTICULARLY UNSAFE ON 75 AND 85 MPH SPEED LIMIT HIGHWAYS. REQUIRES DRIVER TO VIOLENTLY JERK WHEELER BACK TO THE HIGHWAY BEING TRAVELED UPON. CALLS DIRECTLY TO MERCEDES INDICATE NO INTEREST IN THE PROBLEM AND SOFTWARE INVOLVED AND LOCAL DEALERS EITHER WILL NOT SET UP APPOINTMENTS FOR INSPECTION OR/AND INDICATE THEY CANNOT CORRECT THE SOFTWARE OR SENSITIVITY OF DETECTORS ON RIGHT SIDE OF CARE. THE ONLY WAY TO AVOID THIS IS ON A 4 LANE HIGH BY ST
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC43. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT NOTICED A SQUEAKY NOISE AROUND THE DASHBOARD AREA WHILE DRIVING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE (650 SUNRISE HWY, ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY 11570 (516) 766-6900) WHERE NO DIAGNOSTIC FAILURE CODES WERE FOUND AND THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE REPLICATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE AND A TECHNICIAN WAS SENT TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE, BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE REPLICATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ADHESIVE WAS PLACED ON THE DOOR. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE UNAVAILABLE.
2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 questions
Does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43: Front Roof Panel May Detach, Creating Crash Risk; Front roof panel may detach while driving, creating a crash hazard; Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location; Rear seat belt latch may retract, blocking buckling; Rear Seat Belts May Not Latch, Raising Crash Injury Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2), Structure (1), Steering (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.