2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E 4MATIC recalls and problems
1 recall and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E 4MATIC.
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recalls
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owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
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mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E 4MATIC recalls
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NHTSA campaign 26V281000 · reported May 1, 2026 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 144,049 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, SL, CLE, and GLC vehicles. The infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank.
The risk
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the infotainment control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2026. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026050004. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 8, 2026.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Engine1
Forward collision avoidance1
Steering1
Unknown or other1
Wheels1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Sep 18, 2026 · Unknown or other
the MBUX infotainment screen goes completely black while driving, blinding the backup camera and critical driver instrumentation.
Aug 25, 2026 · Forward collision avoidance
While driving at slow speed (approx 27 mph) on an inclining road, the automatic braking system when off and abruptly slowed down the vehicle. Fortunately there was no one immediately behind my car and there was no apparent reason for the emergency braking. The sidewalk did have a person with a dog off to the right at…
Jan 6, 2026 · Engine
Brand new car Engine light also went on and off 3 or more times in one day, car had a charging failure wouldn't charge - Sold me an unsafe vehicle to drive - shaking tires, steering wheel, Car also has 13 codes including engine and transmission failure communication codes - multiple attempts to resolve the matter and…
Does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E 4MATIC have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E 4MATIC, the most recent reported on May 1, 2026 (Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E 4MATIC?
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (1 complaints), followed by forward collision avoidance (1).
How many 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E 4MATIC complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 18, 2026.