2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300
Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2025
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2025: 15 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 87 |
| 2019 | 46 |
| 2020 | 69 |
| 2021 | 66 |
| 2022 | 60 |
| 2023 | 55 |
| 2024 | 21 |
| 2025 | 15 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
12 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing control module and adas.
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My vehicle's infotainment system both center console and dashbboard went completely black 2 weeks after I purchased the car in August of 2025. The vehicle was in the shop for a week and a half, and they finally fixed the issue.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-21
Forward collision avoidance
4 of 15 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
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The brakes did not function at all. Upon trying to brake, the brake pedal was hard and the car would not stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-09-04
Also filed under Service brakes
Engine
3 of 15 total reports mention: engine.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 15 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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The screen goes blank not only in the middle where the maps, air conditioning and radio is but the screen where the speed gas tank are as well.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-01
Service brakes
2 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2025-07-09Structure25V379000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2025 GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC, 2024-2025 AMG GLC 43 4MATIC, 2025 GLC 350E 4MATIC, and AMG GLC 63 S E vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof.
Remedy: Dealers will modify the roof lining and C-pillar trim, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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2025-10-06Steering25V533000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2026 EQE and GLC vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the steering coupling bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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2026-06-29Electrical system26V281000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, SL, CLE, and GLC vehicles. The infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2026. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026050004. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Buy-smart checklist
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 25V379000 · Structure
- Recall 25V533000 · Steering
- Recall 26V281000 · Electrical system
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FAQ
- Is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.