2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has 79 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is fuel system problems (23% of all complaints), specifically: vehicle was recalled for replacement of fuel pump. nhtsa recall id 23v445. mercedes benz and authorized dealer are unable to repair car at this time. there is a danger of the car losing power and a risk of crash or injury.. ⚠️ 4 fire reports filed.
79
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
1.0x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems
FUEL SYSTEM
18 complaints- • vehicle was recalled for replacement of fuel pump. NHTSA Recall ID 23V445. Mercedes Benz and authorized dealer are unable to repair car at this time. There is a danger of the car losing power and a risk of crash or injury.
- • The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. 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 recal
- • The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. 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 recal
“vehicle was recalled for replacement of fuel pump. NHTSA Recall ID 23V445. Mercedes Benz and authorized dealer are unable to repair car at this time. There is a danger of the car losing power and a risk of crash or injury.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
STEERING
14 complaints- • When driving at 40 to 60 MPH and hit shallow pot hole or bump in the road the front wheels violently shake and the steering wheel (electric steering) violently vibrates for 5 to 8 seconds. Dealer checked the vehicle and claims there is nothing wrong with it but did turn off the "attention assist" se
- • Driving on uneven surfaces the steering wheel start shaking and vibrating including the car body.
- • I purchased my car 2022 Merced-Benz GLC 300 from Park Place Motorscar in Arlington Texas on February 17, 2022, and have issues with the steering wheel shaking when I drive over bumps. I have raised the problem with the dealership service department and they have not fixed it after 3 attempts. This i
“When driving at 40 to 60 MPH and hit shallow pot hole or bump in the road the front wheels violently shake and the steering wheel (electric steering) violently vibrates for 5 to 8 seconds. Dealer checked the vehicle and claims there is nothing wrong with it but did turn off the "attention assist" se”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ELECTRICAL
10 complaints- • The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, the moon roof and windows independently rolled down. The contact was able to roll the windows up. The contact stated that two days later the radio independently turned on while the vehicle was still turn
- • Vehicle vibrates quite violently when hit some potholes. Steering wheel is the part that vibrates more but vibration is felt throughout the vehicle. It is more prevalent at highway between 55-65 mph speed. I also noticed that car shakes unusually and tilts to one side at times making it quite uncomf
- • Excessive steering wheel vibration after the software update. Mercedes main office in Georgia was notified and they instructed there is a fix after I threatened the lemon law. Time on dash will read random times, then will fix itself. Air conditioner will not run cold to drivers side.
“The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, the moon roof and windows independently rolled down. The contact was able to roll the windows up. The contact stated that two days later the radio independently turned on while the vehicle was still turn”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ENGINE
9 complaints- • The car randomly shows an empty tank of gas at the start of the day, when there was a half tank of gas remaining. I filled the gas, but the car did not register any fuel-up and kept showing empty. I took it to the dealer for repair and the fuel tank sensor was replaced under warranty a month ago.
- • when ve give gas padle want go above 20 mph and check engin light is on and car shake bad
- • While driving on the [XXX] at the speed of 10 to 15miles per hour, I noticed a smoke in the from hood on the passenger side. I felt a danger and stopped the car and got out of the car immediately along with my friend, leaving my belongings phone and other documents etc. Immediately it caught up the
“The car randomly shows an empty tank of gas at the start of the day, when there was a half tank of gas remaining. I filled the gas, but the car did not register any fuel-up and kept showing empty. I took it to the dealer for repair and the fuel tank sensor was replaced under warranty a month ago. ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS
6 complaints- • The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the Distance Assist Distronic engaged and the vehicle slowed down abruptly. The contact immediately disengaged the Distance Assist Distronic and resumed driving. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer where he
- • I was driving on driver assistance mode. Instead of following the curve to my left-hand side, the car drove off the road and hit a power line pole on the passenger side. The car was totally destroyed. I reported to the company and asked for an investigation about the incident, but I was told that th
- • I was driving on driver assistance mode. Instead of following the curve to my left-hand side, the car drove off the road and hit a power line pole on the passenger side. The car was totally destroyed. I reported to the company and asked for an investigation about the incident, but I was told that th
“The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the Distance Assist Distronic engaged and the vehicle slowed down abruptly. The contact immediately disengaged the Distance Assist Distronic and resumed driving. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer where he”
— 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 79 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐FUEL SYSTEM: vehicle was recalled for replacement of fuel pump. NHTSA Recall ID 23V445. Mercedes Benz and authorized dealer are unable to repair car at this time. There is a danger of the car losing power and a risk of crash or injury.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐STEERING: When driving at 40 to 60 MPH and hit shallow pot hole or bump in the road the front wheels violently shake and the steering wheel (electric steering) violently vibrates for 5 to 8 seconds. Dealer checked the vehicle and claims there is nothing wrong with it but did turn off the "attention assist" se
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, the moon roof and windows independently rolled down. The contact was able to roll the windows up. The contact stated that two days later the radio independently turned on while the vehicle was still turn
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: The car randomly shows an empty tank of gas at the start of the day, when there was a half tank of gas remaining. I filled the gas, but the car did not register any fuel-up and kept showing empty. I took it to the dealer for repair and the fuel tank sensor was replaced under warranty a month ago.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 — Year Comparison
How does 2022 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 79
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 4
- Crash reports
- 7
- Injury reports
- 3
- Segment avg
- 80
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