Mercedes-Benz GLC recalls
DVSA has published 69 safety recalls that name the Mercedes-Benz GLC since 2017, 51 of them since 2020. Between them they cover at least 1,303,010 UK vehicles of this model.
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The latest 40 Mercedes-Benz GLC recalls
C-CLASS, EQE, GLC · srpc2512 - bolting of steering coupling
8 Sep 2025 · R/2025/333
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain C-Class (206 platform) GLC (254 platform) and EQE (295 platform) vehicles the bolting of the steering coupling might not meet specifications.
Fix: As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will rework the bolting of the steering coupling on the affected vehicles.
661 vehicles · built 28 Oct 2022 to 22 Jul 2025
GLC · srpc2508 – mounting of multi-purpose camera & interior mirror
1 Jul 2025 · R/2025/216
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain GLE/GLS (167 platform) and GLC (254 platform) vehicles the bonding of the multi-purpose camera and/or the interior mirror on the windscreen might not meet specifications.
Fix: As a precautionary measure Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the windscreen on the affected vehicles.
62 vehicles · built 12 Feb 2025 to 14 Feb 2025
AMG GT, GLC, S CLASS, SL · srpc2501 - processor starter/generator
3 Apr 2025 · R/2025/124
Mercedes-Benz has determined that on certain AMG GT Coupe (192 platform)S-Class (223 platform) SL (232 platform) GLC (254 platform) and AMG GT 4-doorsCoupe (290 platform) vehicles with hybrid powertrain the processor of the control unit of the high-voltage starter generator might experience sporadic overload.
Fix: As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will update the software of the high-voltage starter generator on the affected vehicles.
134 vehicles · built 31 May 2023 to 22 Nov 2024
C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, GLC · srpc2419 misfire detection m264
4 Dec 2024 · R/2024/474
The software of the engine control unit might not meet specifications regarding misfire detection.
Fix: Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will update the software of the engine control unit on the affected vehicles.
1,638 vehicles · built 15 Feb 2021 to 2 Apr 2023
AMG GT, C-CLASS, CLE, E-CLASS, EQE SUV, EQS SUV, GLC, S-CLASS, SL · srpc2401 - system protection
25 Mar 2024 · R/2024/130
On certain vehicles some 80A fuses installed might not meet requirements.
Fix: Replace the respective main fuse boxes on the affected vehicles.
2,450 vehicles · built 2 Mar 2023 to 5 Oct 2023
A CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA(117), GLA, GLC, S-CLASS · on affected vehicles the panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof might not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.
7 Feb 2024 · R/2024/024
On affected vehicles the panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof might not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.
Fix: Check the front fixed element of the panoramic sliding sunroof and replace if necessary.
45 vehicles · built 16 Oct 2015 to 20 Apr 2017
GLC · on affected vehicles the bolting of the high-pressure fuel pump might not meet specifications.
30 Jan 2024 · R/2024/013
On affected vehicles the bolting of the high-pressure fuel pump might not meet specifications.
Fix: Replace the high-pressure fuel pump.
1 vehicle · built 25 Apr 2023 to 25 Apr 2023
EQE, GLC · on affected vehicles the bonding of the front rear and fixed side windows might not meet specifications.
15 Dec 2023 · R/2023/328
On affected vehicles the bonding of the front rear and fixed side windows might not meet specifications.
Fix: Replace the windows.
14 vehicles · built 12 Sep 2023 to 21 Sep 2023
GLC · the socket for the towing device in the front crossmember might not meet specifications
10 Nov 2023 · R/2023/291
On affected vehicles the socket for the front towing device might not meet specifications.
Fix: Check the towing device and replace the front cross member if necessary.
2,110 vehicles · built 4 Jul 2022 to 20 Dec 2023
GLC · on affected vehicles the length of the transmission wiring harness might not meet specifications.
3 Nov 2023 · R/2023/226
On affected vehicles the length of the transmission wiring harness might not meet specifications.
Fix: Check transmission wiring harness routing and rework if necessary.
4 vehicles · built 24 Jun 2022 to 1 Sep 2022
AMG GT, C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, G CLASS, GLC, GLE, GLS(167), S-CLASS, SL · on affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.
29 Aug 2023 · R/2023/223
On affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.
Fix: Replace the fuel pump module.
- GLC: 1,894 vehicles · built 9 Aug 2021 to 21 Dec 2022
- GLC: 331 vehicles · built 28 Oct 2022 to 20 Dec 2022
GLC · on affected vehicles the wheel and brake bleed bolts might not have been tightened with the required torque.
27 Jul 2023 · R/2023/143
On affected vehicles the wheel and brake bleed bolts might not have been tightened with the required torque.
Fix: Check the wheel and brake bleed bolts and tighten to the correct torque.
3 vehicles · built 16 Mar 2023 to 20 Mar 2023
GLC · on affected vehicles the stabilisation of the footwell cover in the area of the accelerator pedal might be insufficient.
21 Jun 2023 · R/2023/162
On affected vehicles the stabilisation of the footwell cover in the area of the accelerator pedal might be insufficient.
Fix: Rework the footwell cover.
820 vehicles · built 27 Jun 2022 to 1 Mar 2023
C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, GL, GLC, GLE, GLK, GLS, ML, S-CLASS · on affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.
20 Feb 2023 · R/2023/023
On affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.
Fix: Replace the steering gear mounting bolts on the affected vehicles with steel bolts. Should the bolts break or already be broken change the steering gear.
51,251 vehicles · built 11 May 2015 to 11 Jan 2017
GLC · the wiring harness at the b-pillar might be damaged.
18 Oct 2022 · R/2022/296
The mounting of an acoustic pad on the B-pillar might not meet specifications.
Fix: Remove the acoustic pads and check the seat belt retractors and replace if necessary.
1 vehicle · built 1 Sep 2022 to 1 Sep 2022
GLC · the support of the windowbag in the area of the b-pillar might not meet specifications.
18 Oct 2022 · R/2022/276
The support of the window airbag in the B-pillar might not meet specifications.
Fix: Check the window airbag support and replace it if necessary
1 vehicle · built 1 Sep 2022 to 1 Sep 2022
E-CLASS, GLC · the routing of the transmission wiring harness might not meet specifications
16 Aug 2022 · R/2022/238
The routing of the transmission wiring harness might not meet specifications.
Fix: Check the transmission wiring harness routing on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
1,482 vehicles · built 27 May 2019 to 4 Jun 2021
EQS, GLC · certain mode 2 charging cables for charging at a hiousehold power socket might not meet specifications
25 May 2022 · R/2022/048
Certain Mode 2 charging cables for charging at a household power socket might not meet specifications.
Fix: Check the Mode 2 charging cable on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
95 vehicles · built 12 Aug 2021 to 29 Sep 2021
A CLASS, AMG GT 4 DOOR COUPE, C-CLASS, CLA(118), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, G CLASS, GLC · a particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the injector
24 Mar 2022 · R/2022/061
A particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the fuel injector.�
Fix: Replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors on the affected vehicles.�
26 vehicles · built 17 Jul 2018 to 12 Sep 2019
C-CLASS, CLS, CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, G CLASS, GLC, GLE, GLS(167), S-CLASS · coolant pump might have a leakage between the vacuum system and the coolant circuit
21 Jan 2022 · R/2021/438
On certain vehicles with a Diesel engine the coolant pump which is controlled by vacuum might have a leakage between the vacuum system and the coolant circuit.
Fix: Update the software of the coolant pump and replace the electrical switch valve on the affected vehicles.
35,624 vehicles · built 4 Apr 2017 to 12 Oct 2021
E-CLASS, GLB, GLC, GLE · the crankshaft might not meet specifications
13 Jan 2022 · R/2021/446
On certain vehicles with a 4-cylinder Diesel engine the crankshaft might not meet specifications.
Fix: Replace the engine on the affected vehicles.
23 vehicles · built 10 Aug 2020 to 9 Dec 2020
C-CLASS, CLA, E-CLASS, GL, GLA, GLC, GLE, GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
1 Dec 2021 · R/2021/106
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
23 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
AMG GT, C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLA, GLC · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
1 Dec 2021 · R/2021/107
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
6 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
C-CLASS, CLA(117), E-CLASS, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLC, GLE, GLS-CLASS, M, SL · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
1 Dec 2021 · R/2021/130
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
21 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL 231, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
29 Nov 2021 · R/2021/376
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
50,390 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLC, GLE · the belt tensioner arm may have been manufactured with borderline tolerance
23 Sep 2021 · R/2021/304
The belt tensioner arm may have been manufactured with borderline tolerance.
Fix: Replace the belt tensioner. Additionally check the v-ribbed belt on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
427 vehicles · built 9 Jan 2019 to 17 Mar 2021
E-CLASS, EQC, GLC · the locking mechanism for the electrical connector of the side crash sensors might not meet specifications
9 Sep 2021 · R/2021/286
The locking mechanism for the electrical connector of the side crash sensors might not meet specifications.
Fix: Check the side crash sensors in the doors on the affected vehicles and replace them if necessary.
129 vehicles · built 4 Aug 2020 to 3 Sep 2020
A CLASS(176), C-CLASS, CLA(117), GLA, GLC, GLE COUPE, S-CLASS · vehicles with a panoramic sunroofthe polycarbonate panel may not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair
20 Aug 2021 · R/2021/274
The polycarbonate panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.
Fix: Remove the bonded panel and install a new polycarbonate panel if required.
61 vehicles · built 30 Jul 2013 to 29 Oct 2019
A CLASS, A CLASS (177), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA, CLS, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS, GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
13 May 2021 · R/2021/110
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
11 May 2021 · R/2021/120
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
86,604 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA, CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTABLE, CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL 231, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
10 May 2021 · R/2021/111
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
90,716 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
C-CLASS, GLC · the connection of the gas lines of the inertisation system might not meet specifications
7 May 2021 · R/2021/121
The connection of the gas lines of the inertisation system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Check and if necessary rework the gas lines of the inertisation system.
29,137 vehicles · built 12 Apr 2016 to 3 Nov 2020
A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
5 May 2021 · R/2021/132
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
10,410 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL, SLC, SLK · the emergency call system might not meet specifications
5 May 2021 · R/2021/133
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
106,665 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
5 May 2021 · R/2021/131
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
81,267 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
5 May 2021 · R/2021/134
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
162,581 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
C-CLASS, CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, GLC, GLE · the emergency call system might not meet specifications
5 May 2021 · R/2021/129
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
6 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
A CLASS (177), CLA(118), GLC, GLE, GLS(167), S-CLASS · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
5 May 2021 · R/2021/128
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
7 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
A CLASS, C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, GLA, GLC, SL, SLC, SLK · the software of certain communication modules may not meet specifications
30 Mar 2021 · R/2021/083
The software of certain communication modules may not meet specifications.
Fix: Carry out an update to the software of the communication module on affected vehicles.
36 vehicles · built 3 Feb 2017 to 11 Mar 2020
A CLASS, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, E-CLASS, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, S-CLASS, SLC, SLK · the communication module may be deactivated
30 Mar 2021 · R/2021/082
The communication module may be deactivated
Fix: Carry out a check of the configuration of the communication module on affected vehicles and if necessary activate the communication module.
24 vehicles · built 3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
Older Mercedes-Benz GLC recalls
- GLC · the screw connection of the power supply on the starter may not have been installed according to specification9 Mar 2021 · R/2021/027
- C-CLASS, EQC, GLC · the wiring harness of the steering control unit may not have been manufactured to specification2 Dec 2020 · R/2020/333
- C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLC, GLE, GLS · the high voltage wiring harness shield may not permanently withstand the electrical loads that are induced under certain driving profiles2 Dec 2020 · R/2020/334
- A CLASS, B CLASS, CLA, GLC · an electrical contact inside the engine control unit may not meet the specification27 Oct 2020 · R/2020/277
- AMG GT, C-CLASS, GLC · the software of the esp control unit may not meet the specifications9 Oct 2020 · R/2020/239
- A CLASS, AMG GT, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, CLS, E-CLASS, G CLASS, GLA, GLC, S-CLASS, SL, SLC · the emergency call system (ecall) does not meet the specification6 Oct 2020 · R/2020/236
- C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS, ML, S-CLASS, SLC, SLK · engine control unit software to be updated6 Oct 2020 · R/2020/243
- C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, GLC, S-CLASS · the data documenting the correct mounting of the turbocharger oil feed as well as the oil return line may be missing25 Aug 2020 · R/2020/225
- AMG GT COUPE, C-CLASS, E-CLASS, EQC, GLC · the left rear seat backrest lock may not meet specifications21 Aug 2020 · R/2020/197
- AMG GT, C-CLASS, CLS, E-CLASS, G CLASS, GLC · certain front seat belt buckles may not have been manufactured according to specification3 Aug 2020 · R/2019/372
- GLC · incorrect starter wiring harness and holder for fixing the exhaust system may be installed16 Jul 2020 · R/2020/098
- A CLASS, CLA, EQC, GLC · the four locknuts securing the air bag might be missing5 Nov 2019 · R/2019/337
- A CLASS (177), C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLC · the crankshaft may exhibit surface damages6 Sep 2019 · R/2019/253
- C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLC · an internal sensor within the electric power steering unit may not have been manufactured to specifications3 May 2019 · R/2019/043
- C-CLASS, GLC · the status of the front passenger airbags displayed in the centre console might not be indicated correctly8 Mar 2019 · R/2019/007
- C-CLASS, GLC, GLE, S-CLASS · to improve emissions of the affected vehicles.certain calibrations of functionalities must be changed in the engine management19 Oct 2018 · R/2018/266
- A CLASS, C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLA, GLC · driver's airbag gas generator housing failure during deployment14 Aug 2018 · R/2018/168
- A CLASS, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, GLA, GLC · electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded11 Jun 2018 · R/2018/130
- C-CLASS, GLC · airbag control unit connection may not be manufactured to specification1 Jun 2018 · R/2018/121
- A CLASS, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, GLA, GLC · steering components may be insufficiently grounded11 May 2018 · R/2018/098
- C-CLASS, GLC · electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded9 Apr 2018 · R/2018/055
- A CLASS, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, GLA, GLC · electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded9 Apr 2018 · R/2018/069
- C-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, GLC, S-CLASS · front seat belt tensioners may not function6 Feb 2018 · R/2018/010
- A CLASS, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, GLA, GLC · electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded18 Dec 2017 · R/2017/282
- GLC · front and side plastic covers of the panoramic sunroof may not be bonded to specification27 Nov 2017 · R/2017/315
- C-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, GLC, S-CLASS · right front seat belt pre-tensioner may not meet specification26 Oct 2017 · R/2017/253
- C-CLASS, E-CLASS, GLC, S CLASS · left front seat belt pre-tensioner may not meet specification4 Sep 2017 · R/2017/147
- A CLASS, B CLASS, C-CLASS, CLA, E-CLASS, GLA, GLC · starting current limiter may overload20 Jun 2017 · R/2017/096
- C-CLASS, CL CLASS, CLA, CLS, E-CLASS, GLA, GLC, M CLASS, S CLASS, SLK · faulty control unit may cause vehicle to perform outside specification19 Apr 2017 · R/2017/124
Other Mercedes-Benz models
Source: DVSA recalls register, check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk, copy dated 6 Sep 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. A recall is listed here when DVSA names this model in it; the build dates on each recall say which cars it covers, and a registration check confirms your own.