Mercedes-Benz GLC350E Problems by Year
NHTSA has 12 owner complaints and 16 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz GLC350E, across 3 model years (2018–2020). The 2019 model year has the most complaints (8). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Mercedes-Benz GLC350E years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No GLC350E model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2019 GLC350E: 8 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2020 GLC350E: 2 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2018 GLC350E: 2 complaints, 7 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 GLC350E problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz GLC350E model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 GLC350E | 2 | 6 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2019 GLC350E | 8 | 5 | — | Back Over Prevention | |
| 2018 GLC350E | 2 | 7 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz GLC350E years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2019 (8), 2020 (2), 2018 (2). 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 GLC350E?
Electrical System, with 4 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz GLC350E have?
16 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.