The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC is associated with 17 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 3 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is Electrical System, accounting for 5 reports (29% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 8 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2L 4-Cyl hybrid and 2L 4-Cyl plug-in hybrid configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 21 to 27 MPG combined. Plug-in hybrid variants are rated up to 64 MPGe (20–25 MPG on gasoline) with up to 54 miles of electric driving range. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year. The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC belongs to the 2nd generation (X254/C254) GLC platform spanning model years 2023–2026.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 17 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 3 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: Electrical System (5 / 29%)
- • Safety Incident Signals: 4 crash / 0 fire / 1 injury reports
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Efficiency: 21–27 MPG (8 variants • PHEV up to 64 MPGe)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| GLC300 Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 24 MPG | 32 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,800 / yr |
| GLC300 4matic Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 23 MPG | 31 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,900 / yr |
| GLC300 4matic Coupe Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 23 MPG | 31 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,900 / yr |
| GLC350e 4matic with EQ Hybrid Tech Plug-in Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 60 MPGe (23 MPG) | 70 MPGe (28 MPG) | 64 MPGe (25 MPG) | 54 mi EV (380 mi total) | $3,050 / yr |
| AMG GLC43 4matic Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 19 MPG | 25 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $3,600 / yr |
| AMG GLC43 4matic Coupe Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 18 MPG | 24 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $3,600 / yr |
| AMG GLC63 S E Performance Plug-in Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 36 MPGe (19 MPG) | 26 MPGe (21 MPG) | 31 MPGe (20 MPG) | 1 mi EV (340 mi total) | $3,800 / yr |
| AMG GLC63 S E Performance (coupe) Plug-in Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 36 MPGe (19 MPG) | 26 MPGe (21 MPG) | 31 MPGe (20 MPG) | 1 mi EV (340 mi total) | $3,800 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
NHTSA 5-Star NCAP laboratory crash evaluations are not currently on file for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC.
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Not Specified and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Not Specified in official NHTSA records for tested 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Summary: 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.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: 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.
Affected Component: STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Summary: 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.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: 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.
Affected Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2025 GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC, 2024-2025 AMG GLC 43 4MATIC, 2025 GLC 350E 4MATIC, and AMG GLC 63 S E vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. In certain crash scenarios, where the rear occupant's head contacts the C-pillar, the pillar may not absorb an adequate amount of the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will modify the roof lining and C-pillar trim, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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