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2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 Safety Overview

The 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 12 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Structure:body:roof and pillars
  • Communication
  • Electrical system:software

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 23V854000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, an...

A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 23V854000: A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/15/2023
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 21V197000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG,...

The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V197000: The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/19/2021
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 21V072000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 C300, E300, 2018-2020 CLA250, 2020 ...

A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services through the call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 21V072000: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/12/2021
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 21V058000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, ...

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

NHTSA Recall 21V058000: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/5/2021
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 18V683000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If the rear seat passengers cannot fasten their seat belts, they have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V683000: If the rear seat passengers cannot fasten their seat belts, they have an... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/1/2018
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 18V177000

Mercedes Benz USA LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 GLC43 AMG, 2016-2018 GLC300 4Matic, ...

If the rear seat passengers cannot fasten their seat belts, they have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V177000: If the rear seat passengers cannot fasten their seat belts, they have an... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/15/2018
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 17V819000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 GLC300, GLC300 4MATIC and GLC43 4MA...

An insufficiently illuminated roadway may increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V819000: An insufficiently illuminated roadway may increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/18/2017
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 17V715000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, and GLC43 AM...

If the sun roof panels detach from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash or injury for following traffic.

NHTSA Recall 17V715000: If the sun roof panels detach from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/14/2017
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 17V627000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V627000: If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/6/2017
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 17V574000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

The improperly welded pins may lose contact, deactivating the power steering assist and increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V574000: The improperly welded pins may lose contact, deactivating the power... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/19/2017
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 17V251000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 C300, C300 4Matic, C300 Coupe, C300 Coup...

If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 17V251000: If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/11/2017
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 17V114000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If the starting current limiter overheats, the surrounding components can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 17V114000: If the starting current limiter overheats, the surrounding components can... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/23/2017

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.