Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350, across 3 model years (2018–2020). The 2019 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No GLC 350 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2019 GLC 350: 5 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2018 GLC 350: 2 complaints, 1 recall
- 2020 GLC 350: 1 complaint, 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 GLC 350 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Communication | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 GLC 350 | 1 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2019 GLC 350 | 5 | 3 | — | Engine | |
| 2018 GLC 350 | 2 | 1 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2019 (5), 2018 (2), 2020 (1). 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 GLC 350?
Engine, with 5 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.