2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

12 safety recalls on file

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 55 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (30 reports).

12Recalls
55Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 recalls

Driver's Door Lock Can Corrode, Risking Rollaway

Recall 26V481Jul 24, 2026310,667 vehicles affected

The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect that the door is open.

Loose steering coupling bolt can cause loss of steering

Recall 25V533Aug 20, 20253,749 vehicles affected

A steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened at the factory, which could allow the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.

Headlights May Be Misaimed, Reducing Night Visibility

Recall 25V365Jun 11, 2025127 vehicles affected

Some 2023 GLC 300 and GLC 300 4MATIC vehicles are missing the caps that prevent headlight adjustment.

Rear Head Impact Protection May Fall Short in a Crash

Recall 25V379Jun 6, 202592,851 vehicles affected

Certain 2023-2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC and AMG GLC vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof may not meet a federal occupant protection standard.

Wrong fuse box may cause sudden power or safety system loss

Recall 25V255May 12, 2025443 vehicles affected

A repair made under an earlier Mercedes-Benz recall may have left some vehicles with an incorrect main fuse box, one not designed for the vehicle.

Seats May Not Be Securely Attached in a Crash

Recall 24V808Oct 25, 20247 vehicles affected

Some seat rails on certain vehicles may not have been properly bolted to the vehicle body.

Loose dashboard bolts and heater wiring can cause fire or air bag issues

Recall 24V520Jul 8, 20247 vehicles affected

Some 2023 GLC 300 4MATIC vehicles may have dashboard-area bolts that were not tightened enough during assembly.

Fuse May Fail, Causing Power Loss or Fire Risk

Recall 24V115Feb 16, 202431,848 vehicles affected

Certain vehicles may have 80-Amp fuses that were manufactured incorrectly, so the fuses can fail.

Fuel and Oil Leak Can Cause Crash or Fire Risk

Recall 23V878Dec 21, 20237 vehicles affected

Incorrect screws were installed on the high-pressure fuel pump, which may prevent a proper seal from forming between the fuel pump and the tandem oil pump.

Fuel pump can shut off, causing sudden loss of power

Recall 23V880Dec 21, 202379,676 vehicles affected

A fuel pump in these Mercedes-Benz vehicles may shut down while driving, which causes a loss of drive power.

Front tow eye may detach while towing, risking crash

Recall 23V629Sep 11, 202312,118 vehicles affected

The front tow eye on certain vehicles may not be threaded securely to the crossmember.

Fuel Pump May Shut Off, Causing Loss of Power

Recall 23V445Jun 26, 2023143,551 vehicles affected

The fuel pump in these vehicles may shut down while driving.

Most common 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 problems

Problem areas named in the 55 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System30
Engine15
Exterior Lighting10
Unknown Or Other8
Lane Departure7
Forward Collision Avoidance7
Fuel/Propulsion System5
Service Brakes5
Structure4
Power Train3

What owners report

2026-04-20, Unknown Or Other
My sunroof exploded while driving on the interstate.
2026-03-19, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the speed limit warning system failed to function as intended. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the Heads-up Display (HUD) illuminated a red light and an unknown message about driving too slowly was displayed. The contact stated that the red light illuminated and flashed intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the failure was common with the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The contact asked if the speed limit warning system could be deactivated, and the dealer was informed
2026-03-18, Forward Collision Avoidance
There are two issues 1) Unsure of the exact date, but about a year or two ago we were driving our car and the car's automatic break system went into effect on a typically busy, 3 lane road despite there not being any cars in front of our vehicle. We took it into the dealership, who confirmed the issue and told us that sometimes the automatic brake mis-identifies the metal plates in the roads to be vehicles. Had there been a car driving behind us at the time this was happening, it could have been a major accident as the speed limit on that road was 45mph. Additionally we had our [XXX] in the car. There were no warning lamps, messages or symptoms of the problem prior to failure. 2) Recen
2026-03-05, Electrical System
I purchased a brand new GLC 300 on May 25, 2023. By June 2, 2023 I was already stranded due to a 12V battery electrical system failure. Since then I have been stranded 8 total times and the vehicle has been in the service department 14+ times for repeated electrical issues (8 of those visits were related to the same 12V battery electrical system failures. The battery was reportedly replaced in 2024-shortly thereafter I began experiencing issues with the collision assist malfunctioning. The alarms would sound seat belt tighten and brakes lock up while driving on the interstate. The theft deterrent alarm wound sound in the middle of the night without provocation. The panoramic roof would mal
2025-09-07, Engine
Vehicle has a significant engine oil leak without being driven. Engine oil electronic meter still shows engine oil to be in "Ok" range. Vehicle is 2023 with only 19680 miles and is rarely driven till the last 2 months. Other 2023 Model Year MB GLC300's manufactured at the same Bremen Germany plant are already being recalled for engine and fuel leaks, however, this one is not on the list. This vehicle is also the 2.0L Inline 4 engine and may be the same engine as the others being recalled. The others are recalled due to an imperfect seal between the high pressure fuel pump and the tandem oil pump. My vehicle is leaking engine fluid, likely oil at a significant rate without having be

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 questions

Does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300: Driver's Door Lock Can Corrode, Risking Rollaway; Loose steering coupling bolt can cause loss of steering; Headlights May Be Misaimed, Reducing Night Visibility; Rear Head Impact Protection May Fall Short in a Crash; Wrong fuse box may cause sudden power or safety system loss. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300?

Based on 55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (30), Engine (15), Exterior Lighting (10).

How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has been fixed?

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