CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E recalls
Headlights May Be Aimed Too High, Glaring Oncoming Drivers
Certain Mercedes-Benz GLC and AMG GLC 43 vehicles from model years 2019 to 2022 may have headlights that are aimed too high.
Transmission wiring can chafe, causing loss of drive power
The transmission wiring harness may be routed improperly, so it can rub against the front drive shaft.
Rearview camera may show no image, raising crash risk
The rearview camera may fail to display the rear view because of a software error.
Rearview camera may show a blank screen, raising crash risk
The multimedia system software in these vehicles can cause the infotainment display to stay black or reboot after startup.
Steering Assist Loss and Possible Fire Risk
The power steering control unit wiring harness may have been damaged during production.
High-voltage wiring can fail and stall the car
The high-voltage wiring harness shield in certain hybrid vehicles may not withstand the electrical loads produced under some driving conditions.
Most common 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
What owners report
The seatbelt latch does not fully release when you press the red button. It needs to be wiggled and then it eventually does release. This is an ongoing issue.
This is in reference to a 2020 Mercedes GLC350e Plug-In Hybrid. Sole owner purchased January 2020 with under 4 Thousand miles on the odometer, 3 years extended warranty. Took car only to MB Henderson dealership for service/maintenance performance on the vehicle and nowhere else. Dealership has records. The GLC350e received no recall of any kind. On November 11, 2021, the car coolant alert displayed and instructed to shut engine down, key off of ignition and stop everything -- car was not safe to drive. In contacting MB Henderson, NV dealership, they concurred with the display and asked that the vehicle be towed to their facility for further inspection -- No MB Dealership had the capaci
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E questions
Does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E: Headlights May Be Aimed Too High, Glaring Oncoming Drivers; Transmission wiring can chafe, causing loss of drive power; Rearview camera may show no image, raising crash risk; Rearview camera may show a blank screen, raising crash risk; Steering Assist Loss and Possible Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1), Engine (1), Seat Belts (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E has been fixed?
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