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2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 has 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 11. The most common issue is engine problems (36% of all complaints), specifically: on 2/4/2022 this vehicle was picked up from rockville mercedes dealership mercedes-benz of rockville centre (service center) (516) 766-6900. the vehicle was brought in for service regarding error lights and service lights. i was driving the vehicle from dealership back to my home and was unable to. There are 3 recalls issued for this model year.

3 crash reports

11

Total Complaints

3

Recalls Issued

/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 5)

ENGINE

4 complaints
36%
  • On 2/4/2022 this vehicle was picked up from Rockville Mercedes Dealership Mercedes-Benz of Rockville Centre (Service Center) (516) 766-6900. The vehicle was brought in for service regarding error lights and service lights. I was driving the vehicle from dealership back to my home and was unable to
  • As I drove the car a warning message popped in the screen stating "Malfunction" without any further details. The car kept running, apparently we'll at first. Then after car was turned off and turned on again the car accelerated by itself proving very dangerous. The day after, le message popped
  • The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC350. The contact stated while driving 62 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact stated that the temperature gauge warning light was illuminated and a message to “Stop Vehicle Immediately” was
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

On 2/4/2022 this vehicle was picked up from Rockville Mercedes Dealership Mercedes-Benz of Rockville Centre (Service Center) (516) 766-6900. The vehicle was brought in for service regarding error lights and service lights. I was driving the vehicle from dealership back to my home and was unable to

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (3)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE05/02/2021

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.

Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.
Full coverage / year
$2,143
Full coverage / month
$179
Liability only / year
$710
vs US avg
+28%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (sedan-luxury)1.28x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age1.00x
= Full coverage estimate$2143

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 Service Intervals

Oil change
10K mi / 12 mo
Tire rotation
10K mi
Brake fluid
24 months
Transmission fluid
40K mi
Engine coolant
150K mi
Spark plugs
60K mi
Cabin air filter
20K mi
Engine air filter
40K mi
Differential (AWD/4WD)
40K mi

Service A / Service B alternating schedule. Requires MB-approved oil (229.5 spec typically).

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Mercedes-Benz New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)
4 yr / 50K mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50K mi
Hybrid/EV battery
10 yr / 155K mi
Corrosion (rust perforation)
4 yr / 50K mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / unlimited mi

EQ EV battery warranty is 10 years/155,000 miles

These are the terms for a new Mercedes-Benz. If you're buying a used 2019 GLC 350, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Mercedes-Benz dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)
$500
OTHER(~50K mi)
$500
ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)
$500
BRAKES(~50K mi)
$500
SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)
$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 11 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • ENGINE: On 2/4/2022 this vehicle was picked up from Rockville Mercedes Dealership Mercedes-Benz of Rockville Centre (Service Center) (516) 766-6900. The vehicle was brought in for service regarding error lights and service lights. I was driving the vehicle from dealership back to my home and was unable to

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • OTHER: On 2/4/2022 this vehicle was picked up from Rockville Mercedes Dealership Mercedes-Benz of Rockville Centre (Service Center) (516) 766-6900. The vehicle was brought in for service regarding error lights and service lights. I was driving the vehicle from dealership back to my home and was unable to

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ELECTRICAL: As I drove the car a warning message popped in the screen stating "Malfunction" without any further details. The car kept running, apparently we'll at first. Then after car was turned off and turned on again the car accelerated by itself proving very dangerous. The day after, le message popped

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • BRAKES: On 2/4/2022 this vehicle was picked up from Rockville Mercedes Dealership Mercedes-Benz of Rockville Centre (Service Center) (516) 766-6900. The vehicle was brought in for service regarding error lights and service lights. I was driving the vehicle from dealership back to my home and was unable to

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • RECALLS: Verify all 3 recalls have been completed — free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer
  • General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 — Year Comparison

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NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
11
Recalls
3
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
3
Injury reports
0
Segment avg
11

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