3 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC300.
3
recalls
2
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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 GLC300 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.
Seat belts: rear/other
NHTSA campaign 26V172000 · reported March 20, 2026 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 20 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 AMG GLC43 4MATIC, GLC 300 4MATIC, GLC 300, and GLC 300 4MATIC Coupe vehicles. The center rear seat belts may have been installed without the child seat protection function and fail to lock a child restraint properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and FMVSS number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
The risk
In the event of a crash, an insufficiently restrained child has an increased risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the center rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. 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 March 27, 2026.
Steering: critical fasteners
NHTSA campaign 25V533000 · reported August 20, 2025 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 3,749 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2026 EQE and GLC vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.
The risk
A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the steering coupling bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Electrical system1
Unknown or other1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Oct 21, 2026 · Unknown or other
While loading grocery bags in the rear compartment the hatch closed on my back without any warning. I had to physically lift it off my back. It did not trigger any release or raise on its own
Oct 1, 2026 · Electrical system
The MBUX/center display has malfunctioned repeatedly. The enter display suddenly went to completely black on the three separate occasions, and on one additional occasion three times. MBUX system froze and became completely unresponsive. These are four separate incidents, not a one-time occurrence. The failures…
Does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC300, 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 GLC300?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (1 complaints), followed by unknown or other (1).
How many 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 2 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 21, 2026.