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2017 Mercedes-Benz Glc problems, complaints & recalls

Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body (2) · Service Brakes (2) · Fuel/Propulsion System (2)

13
Complaints
0
Recalls
102
Service bulletins
2
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Deaths

Safety recalls (0)

No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).

Service bulletins (102)

Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) 2023-08-24 · ELW- Intake Line · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

in our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of mercedes-benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, mercedes-benz usa, llc (“mbusa”) is extending the warranty coverage on the intake line assembly in certain model year (“my”) vehicles listed below from the o

Equipment 2023-08-18 · LI82.85-P-076799 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

the mercedes me connect services cannot be activated. the remote status data does not update. error in n112/9 - control unit for telematics services (hermes). in the hermes control unit log, under the "url" tab, the value default is stored for "atpserverurl" and/or "rcsserverurl". please car

Visibility 2023-06-15 · NCU-2023060003 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

mercedes-benz ag (“mbag”), the manufacturer of mercedes-benz, has determined that on certain model year (“my”) 2016 – 2021 c-class (205 platform), e-class (213 platform) and glc (253 platform) vehicles, the air conditioning control unit software may not meet production specifications. ther

Unknown Or Other 2023-06-09 · LI82.85-P-075375 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

in the mbux weather app, the temperature is displayed in the wrong unit (fahrenheit instead of â°c, or vice versa). temperature setting in mmc mobile application settings incorrect remedy adjust the setting in the mercedes me connect app via mobile phone (settings -> units)

Suspension 2023-01-09 · LI32.33-P-070817 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

complaint - airmatic fault message in instrument cluster - compressor inoperative, 40a compressor fuse possibly triggered. - vehicle level is not adjusted correctly, the vehicle possibly leans at an angle cause moisture in the compressor freezes at temperatures below zero and may block the comp

Structure 2022-11-17 · LI72.00-P-075481 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

complaint staining on door trim strips and top and bottom trim elements on rear side windows cause damage to protective coating (due to poor original optimization of coating) of door beltline trim strips, door upper trim strips and side window trim element. remedy 1. check if the complaint can

Showing the 6 most recent of 102 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.

What owners report

2021-05-20 · Visibility:sun/Moon Roof Assembly · 62,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2017 mercedes benz glc300. the contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, suddenly there was a loud sound and vibration coming from the vehicle. after stopping the vehicle, it was discovered that sections of the panoramic roof had separated and dislodged from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer who indi…”

2020-12-01 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 8 mi

“fuel line leak: the temperature in s. florida hit a low of 45 degrees tonight on 1 dec 2020, first noting the issue described. upon return home from an 8 mile total trip to the store, my daughters exited the vehicle and noted a strong gasoline odor. upon investigation myself, i found gasoline pooling behind the engine where the main fuel line con…”

2020-09-21 · Air Bags · 💥 crash

“i had an accident and rearendead another ca. however my airbags didn't deployed.…”

2020-06-14 · Structure:body · 147,400 mi

“the panoramic sunroof exploded outward. i was driving at highway speed. this is the second time that this has happened on this vehicle…”

2020-05-29 · Seat Belts · 41,000 mi

“when the vehicle is in motion(various speed, 1 time at highway, 2 times local streets), the fasten seatbelt light and audible warning came on. also, at the same time, the seatbelt tensions (pulls). the driver seatbelt was fastened the whole time while this was happening. *tr…”

2020-01-09 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 63,000 mi

“feed line to high pressure fuel pump leaking to engine compartment causing odor when starting in cold weather (vehicle stationary). has been happening for a long time but simply did not connect the dots. …”

2019-01-19 · Service Brakes

“since the lease purchase in 2017. the glc300 has been in service on a quarterly bases for the brakes (constant squeaking making feel unsafe) and now a constant check engine light. this is the 4th vehicle i lease and by far the worst. i contacted mercedes usa asking them for a replacement vehicle. i was willing to accept a used or loaner car bu…”

2017-02-14 · Structure:body · 2,800 mi · 🔥 fire

“"takata recall" my 2017 mercedes glc 300 suv caught randomly on fire while driving 65 mph on the freeway. i was able to pull on the side.then while on the phone describing the situation to the service guy; i saw the fire and smoke entered inside the vehicle and i got out after a little bit cause the car had no power to open doors or do anything! i …”

2017-02-06 · Visibility/Wiper · 1,000 mi

“we were driving down the freeway, traveling approximately 65 mph in oakland, ca. the weather was clear - no rain and approximately 60 degrees. all of a sudden, there was a loud noise like a gunshot and our panaramic sunroof shattered. at the time, we had a cargo box on top of the car (on a frame that was not touching the sunroof) so it is unlikely …”

2017-02-06 · Power Train · 10 mi

“i was driving straight toward highway 287 at 65m speed, there was no snow no rain normal traffic no cars close to me, all the sudden esp indicator went off, accident collision prevention indicator went off on my dashboard and the vehicle speed went down to 30m, 20m and i was not able to bring the speed back, the vehicle stopped responding. i pulled…”

Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.