Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 34 owner complaints and 27 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43, across 11 model years (2016–2026). The 2021 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No AMG GLC43 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2021 AMG GLC43: 6 complaints, 7 recalls
- 2019 AMG GLC43: 6 complaints, 8 recalls
- 2018 AMG GLC43: 6 complaints, 10 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2024 AMG GLC43: 2 complaints, 1 recall
- 2025 AMG GLC43: 2 complaints, 1 recall
- 2022 AMG GLC43: 3 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| Engine | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| Power Train | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 AMG GLC43 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2025 AMG GLC43 | 2 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2024 AMG GLC43 | 2 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2023 AMG GLC43 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2022 AMG GLC43 | 3 | 2 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2021 AMG GLC43 | 6 | 7 | — | Engine | |
| 2020 AMG GLC43 | 5 | 7 | — | Engine | |
| 2019 AMG GLC43 | 6 | 8 | — | Steering | |
| 2018 AMG GLC43 | 6 | 10 | — | Power Train | |
| 2017 AMG GLC43 | 4 | 9 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2016 AMG GLC43 | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2021 (6), 2019 (6), 2018 (6). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43?
Electrical System, with 8 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 have?
27 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.