CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (2 reports).
2018 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.
Passenger Airbag Status Light May Show Wrong Status
The infotainment (audio) head unit in these vehicles may incorrectly display the front passenger airbag as "ON" when it is actually off, or the status may not display correctly at all.
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.
Front turn signals may show the wrong color, raising crash risk
Some 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC vehicles equipped with LED headlights may have front turn signals that display a pink or violet color instead of the required amber.
Driver Air Bag May Rupture and Injure Occupants
The driver-side front air bag inflator housing may have been made with defective steel.
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.
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.
Most common 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
What owners report
In May 2023 a black plastic portion of the roof blew off the car. The plastic part that blew off was around the sunroof. There was no wind or blow to the car or anything like that; there was no prior warning or error message; there were no symptoms in advance. The part simply blew off the vehicle. The part is not available for inspection. Others were put at risk because the portion that blew off could have hit them or their vehicles. If the parts obstructed someone's view, there could have been an accident. The dealer has inspected and recently repaired the vehicle and can confirm the incident. No others such as the manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives have inspected the vehi
On May 14, 2023, with a little over 44,000 well-kept miles and under normal driving conditions, my 2018 GLC43 AMG blew smoke out the rear and soon after presented pooling oil under the transmission/engine area. Upon inspection by a reputable transmission repair specialist, AAMCO in Los Angeles, it was determined that the cause of the issue was a broken bolt head in the torque converter, resulting in significant internal damage. The bolt's failure was suspected to be the result of a manufacturing defect, as it is highly unlikely for such a crucial component to fail under normal operating conditions. The process to identify and rectify this issue involved dropping the transmission, inspecting
Hi, Improper gear shifting. Vehicle engine light comes on with Error Code P073E, "reverse gear cannot be engaged" Vehicle would shift gear back into neutral position when put to Drive. When vehicle is able to be put in gear Reverse or Drive, a loud noise and shaking would occur. When driven, vehicle is in Limp Mode and can only go up of Gear 5. (this is a 9G Tronic, 9 gears in total) As I was backing up into street from a parking stall, I was not able to put the vehicle in Drive to proceed forward. Traffic was building up. Driver panicked. But finally was able to put it in Drive after a minute or so in the middle of the streets.
Panoramic Sunroof exploded while driving out of the blue. No other cars in front of me or near me. Nothing hit it.
I was involved in a minor collision with a deer. I was driving alone and the deer hit my front passenger side. The airbags deployed. The knee bag completely destroyed the flesh on my entire right shin. It is one giant open wound that will take months to heal. I am short so I sit close to the dash. Had this knee bag not deployed I would have no injuries from the incident. The main airbag caused no damage so I feel I sit far enough away from that one. I am now scared to drive a vehicle with knee bags for fear of a repeat injury. I believe the knee bag is not safe for shorter people.
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 questions
Does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2018 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; Passenger Airbag Status Light May Show Wrong Status; Rear seat belt latch may retract, blocking buckling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2), Structure (2), Power Train (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 has been fixed?
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