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Model year 2023 · Mercedes-Benz

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 12 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC. The most recent was reported on July 24, 2026. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: AMG GLC43, GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC, newest first
NHTSA numberReportedComponent
26V481000July 24, 2026Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Lock
25V533000August 20, 2025Steering › Critical Fasteners
25V365000June 11, 2025Exterior Lighting › Headlights
25V379000June 6, 2025Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars
25V255000May 12, 2025Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses And Circuit Breakers
24V808000October 25, 2024Seats › Critical Fasteners
24V520000July 8, 2024Structure › Interior Panels › Dashboard
24V115000February 16, 2024Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses And Circuit Breakers
23V880000December 21, 2023Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
23V878000December 21, 2023Engine And Engine Cooling › Critical Fasteners
23V629000September 11, 2023Trailer Hitches
23V445000June 26, 2023Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Systems involved: Fuel System, Gasoline (3) · Electrical System (2) · Structure (2) · Engine And Engine Cooling (1) · Exterior Lighting (1) · Latches/Locks/Linkages (1) · Seats (1) · Steering (1) · Trailer Hitches (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 26V481000

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Lock

Report received by NHTSA
July 24, 2026
Owner notification
September 18, 2026
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
310,667 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC
January 31, 2018 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging automatically. This may result in a vehicle rollaway.

Safety risk

A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 31, 2026.

Source: NHTSA recall 26V481000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V533000

Steering › Critical Fasteners

Report received by NHTSA
August 20, 2025
Owner notification
October 6, 2025
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
3,749 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC

Defect summary

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. The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.

Safety risk

A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V533000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V365000Manufacturer no. 2025060005

Exterior Lighting › Headlights

Report received by NHTSA
June 11, 2025
Owner notification
July 18, 2025
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
127 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC
January 27, 2023 – March 7, 2023
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 GLC 300 and GLC 300 4MATIC vehicles. The headlights are missing adjustment prevention caps, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety risk

Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025060005.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V365000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V379000

Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars

Report received by NHTSA
June 6, 2025
Owner notification
July 9, 2025
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance
Units potentially affected
92,851 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC
August 29, 2022 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC

Defect summary

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. In certain crash scenarios, where the rear occupant's head contacts the C-pillar, the pillar may not absorb an adequate amount of the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, insufficient impact protection can increase the risk of injury.

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V379000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V255000Manufacturer no. 2025050003/4

Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses And Circuit Breakers

Report received by NHTSA
May 12, 2025
Owner notification
June 6, 2025
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
443 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC
February 14, 2023 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLC 300

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, EQE SUV, EQE, EQS SUV, and EQS vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under recall 24V-115. An incorrect fuse box that was not designed for the vehicle may have been installed.

Safety risk

An incorrect fuse box can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025050003/4.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V255000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 24V808000

Seats › Critical Fasteners

Report received by NHTSA
October 25, 2024
Owner notification
December 4, 2024
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
7 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC
April 25, 2023 – May 15, 2023
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLC 300

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 GLC 300 and GLC 300 4MATIC vehicles. The driver's and front passenger seat rail may have been incorrectly attached to the vehicle body.

Safety risk

An incorrectly attached seat may not properly restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the bolt connection and tighten the bolts between the driver and front passenger seat rail and the vehicle body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V808000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 24V520000

Structure › Interior Panels › Dashboard

Report received by NHTSA
July 8, 2024
Owner notification
August 23, 2024
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
7 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC
March 10, 2023 – May 23, 2023
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLC 300

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 GLC 300 4MATIC vehicles. Certain dashboard area bolts may have been insufficiently tightened, potentially causing improper air bag deployment or parts separation during a crash. In addition, the 12-Volt electric auxiliary heater connections may be loose, possibly causing the electrical wiring to overheat.

Safety risk

An improper air bag deployment increases the risk of injury in a crash. Overheated wiring can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were August 23, 2024. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V520000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 24V115000Manufacturer no. 2024030008

Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses And Circuit Breakers

Report received by NHTSA
February 16, 2024
Owner notification
April 5, 2024
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
31,848 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLC 300

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles. The 80-Amp fuses may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the fuses to fail.

Safety risk

An 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V115000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V880000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Report received by NHTSA
December 21, 2023
Owner notification
February 23, 2024
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
79,676 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
AMG GLC43, GLC 300

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V880000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V878000Manufacturer no. 2024010008

Engine And Engine Cooling › Critical Fasteners

Report received by NHTSA
December 21, 2023
Owner notification
February 9, 2024
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
7 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLC 300

Components: Engine And Engine Cooling › Critical Fasteners; Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 GLC300, 2024 GLE350, and GLE450 vehicles equipped with an M254 engine. The incorrect screws, installed on the high-pressure fuel pump, may prevent a proper seal from forming between the high-pressure fuel pump and the tandem oil pump.

Safety risk

An inadequate seal can allow fuel and oil to leak onto the road, creating a hazard for other road users and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a fuel and oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V878000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V629000Manufacturer no. 2023090010/120002

Trailer Hitches

Report received by NHTSA
September 11, 2023
Owner notification
January 26, 2024
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
12,118 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLC 300

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 GLC300 vehicles. The front tow eye may be inadequately threaded to the crossmember and can detach during towing.

Safety risk

A detached tow eye can separate the vehicle from the tow truck, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the front crossmember, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023090010/120002.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V629000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V445000Manufacturer no. 2023070012

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Report received by NHTSA
June 26, 2023
Owner notification
September 29, 2023
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
143,551 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
AMG GLC43, GLC 300

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V445000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: July 27, 2026.