2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

7 safety recalls on file

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (2 reports).

7Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E recalls

Front Roof Panel May Detach, Creating Crash Risk

Recall 23V854Dec 15, 20232,976 vehicles affected

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.

Passenger Airbag Status Light May Show Wrong Status

Recall 18V838Nov 27, 2018104,663 vehicles affected

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

Recall 18V683Oct 1, 20184,702 vehicles affected

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

Recall 18V610Sep 11, 20184,702 vehicles affected

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

Recall 18V208Mar 29, 201857 vehicles affected

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

Recall 18V177Mar 15, 2018121,858 vehicles affected

Certain rear outboard seat belt latch plates can retract into the interior paneling, so rear passengers may be unable to fasten their seat belts.

Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk

Recall 17V627Oct 6, 2017495,290 vehicles affected

The driver's front airbag may deploy without warning because the steering components may not be properly grounded.

Most common 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine2
Electrical System2

What owners report

2025-06-24, Electrical System
Malfunction and engine light is on. Found p052e present. Recommended replacement of crankcase breather assembly
2022-10-07, Engine
The car wouldn't start. Battery is good. It had multiple codes and code for software update.

2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E questions

Does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E: Front Roof Panel May Detach, Creating Crash Risk; Passenger Airbag Status Light May Show Wrong Status; Rear seat belt latch may retract, blocking buckling; Front turn signals may show the wrong color, raising crash risk; Driver Air Bag May Rupture and Injure Occupants. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (2), Electrical System (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E 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.

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