2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 24, 2025 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other AMG GLC43 years
Not enough data 6th of 11 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43. That ranks 6th out of 11 AMG GLC43 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints, 33%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel System, Gasoline1
Power Train1
Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline133%———
Power Train133%———
Unknown or Other133%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 2 complaints
2023: 2202322025: 120251

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 recalls (2)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Exterior lighting:headlightsFeb 2, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V070000 · 15,502 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 GLC 300, 2020 GLC 350e, and 2020-2022 AMG GLC 43 vehicles. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted too high and create a glare for oncoming traffic. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the headlight adjustment and correct it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpJun 26, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V445000 · 143,551 vehicles

Problem: 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.

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

Fix: 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.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The transmission intermittently shifts hard. When accelerating the car hesitates badly then lurches forward. The Dealer verified the concern, the transmission as a hard shift from 1-2nd. They performed various procedures to the hardware, but ultimately determined the problem is the software and…

Unknown or Other · received Oct 24, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11695443

There is a constant acceleration failure where the car does not respond. Again today I was almost in a bad crash due to this. It is a known issue to many owners in Mercedes forums. It happens in any drive mode. Eco comfort sport. Extremely dangerous and the car should be recalled.

Power Train · received Nov 24, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11556696

The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC43. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Nov 20, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11556025

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, power train, unknown or other problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other AMG GLC43 model years, the 2022 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.