2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 has 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.1x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is engine problems (33% of all complaints), specifically: at around 11pm on monday, sept 20, 2021 i was driving approximately 65 mph on the highway when the vehicle began to abruptly decelerate for no apparent reason, even when i was pushing on the accelerator pedal. when i would push on the accelerator i could hear the engine revving, i confirmed the car .
9
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
0.1x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems
ENGINE
3 complaints- • At around 11pm on Monday, Sept 20, 2021 I was driving approximately 65 mph on the highway when the vehicle began to abruptly decelerate for no apparent reason, even when I was pushing on the accelerator pedal. When I would push on the accelerator I could hear the engine revving, I confirmed the car
- • Sometimes after I hit the brake (hard or soft) but need to step on the gas again, the car pauses and does nothing for over a second, making it dangerous if you need to make a turn. Sometimes the car is confused whether to go fast or slow down so it does nothing and does not re-act to the driver pus
- • 2020 AMG GLC 43 coupe here in Harrison, NJ. My driving style with this vehicle isn't different in any relevant way versus with past vehicles. There is an acceleration dead spot which is the default occurrence when I am coasting at a low speed and then go to accelerate. Common scenarios are driving t
“At around 11pm on Monday, Sept 20, 2021 I was driving approximately 65 mph on the highway when the vehicle began to abruptly decelerate for no apparent reason, even when I was pushing on the accelerator pedal. When I would push on the accelerator I could hear the engine revving, I confirmed the car ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ELECTRICAL
2 complaints- • At around 11pm on Monday, Sept 20, 2021 I was driving approximately 65 mph on the highway when the vehicle began to abruptly decelerate for no apparent reason, even when I was pushing on the accelerator pedal. When I would push on the accelerator I could hear the engine revving, I confirmed the car
- • The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V354000 (Back Over Prevention, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer h
“At around 11pm on Monday, Sept 20, 2021 I was driving approximately 65 mph on the highway when the vehicle began to abruptly decelerate for no apparent reason, even when I was pushing on the accelerator pedal. When I would push on the accelerator I could hear the engine revving, I confirmed the car ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS
1 complaints- • The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V354000 (Back Over Prevention, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer h
“The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V354000 (Back Over Prevention, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer h”
— NHTSA complaint filing
SPEED CONTROL
1 complaints- • The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC43. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate after coming to a complete stop while the steering wheel was turned. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the electronic throttle
“The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC43. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate after coming to a complete stop while the steering wheel was turned. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the electronic throttle”
— NHTSA complaint filing
BRAKES
1 complaints- • 2020 AMG GLC 43 coupe here in Harrison, NJ. My driving style with this vehicle isn't different in any relevant way versus with past vehicles. There is an acceleration dead spot which is the default occurrence when I am coasting at a low speed and then go to accelerate. Common scenarios are driving t
“2020 AMG GLC 43 coupe here in Harrison, NJ. My driving style with this vehicle isn't different in any relevant way versus with past vehicles. There is an acceleration dead spot which is the default occurrence when I am coasting at a low speed and then go to accelerate. Common scenarios are driving t”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 9 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐ENGINE: At around 11pm on Monday, Sept 20, 2021 I was driving approximately 65 mph on the highway when the vehicle began to abruptly decelerate for no apparent reason, even when I was pushing on the accelerator pedal. When I would push on the accelerator I could hear the engine revving, I confirmed the car
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: At around 11pm on Monday, Sept 20, 2021 I was driving approximately 65 mph on the highway when the vehicle began to abruptly decelerate for no apparent reason, even when I was pushing on the accelerator pedal. When I would push on the accelerator I could hear the engine revving, I confirmed the car
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V354000 (Back Over Prevention, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer h
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐SPEED CONTROL: The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC43. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate after coming to a complete stop while the steering wheel was turned. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the electronic throttle
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 — Year Comparison
How does 2020 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 0
- Injury reports
- 0
- Segment avg
- 80
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