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Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class safety recalls

Every road vehicle recall DVSA lists for the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class since 1992: what the problem is, how it is put right, how many vehicles it covers and when they were built. Newest first.

Recalls for the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class. Also see car recalls by year and make.

Last updated
Records analysed
70 recalls matched to this model
Methodology
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  • Recalls since 1992 70 launched 2017 to 2025
  • Most recent 8 September 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/333
  • Recalls 2016 to 2025 70 launched in those ten years
  • Busiest year 2021 20 recalls launched

Does a recall affect your Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class?

Not every Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is affected. Each recall covers cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, which DVSA’s file does not list in full. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check with its registration, or ask the manufacturer or a dealer, who can check the VIN.

Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class recalls by year

Recalls launched each year, 2017 to 2026

2021 had the most, with 20. A count of recalls is not a measure of safety: one recall can cover a handful of cars or tens of thousands.

Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class safety recalls by year of launch
Year Recalls
’17 6
’18 9
’19 4
’20 10
’21 20
’22 7
’23 7
’24 4
’25 3
’26 0

Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated

Every Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class recall, newest first

2025 3 recalls

SRPC2512 - Bolting of Steering Coupling

Launched 8 September 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/333 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2512

Defect
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.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will rework the bolting of the steering coupling on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
661 GLC-Class vehicles
Built
28 Oct 2022 to 22 Jul 2025
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

SRPC2508 – Mounting of Multi-Purpose Camera & Interior Mirror

Launched 1 July 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/216 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2508 / 6790008

Defect
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.
Remedy
As a precautionary measure Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the windscreen on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
62 GLC-Class vehicles
Built
12 Feb 2025 to 14 Feb 2025
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

SRPC2501 - Processor Starter/Generator

Launched 3 April 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/124 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2501 / 5496242

Defect
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.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles affected
134 GLC-Class vehicles
Built
31 May 2023 to 22 Nov 2024
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

2024 4 recalls

SRPC2419 Misfire Detection M264

Launched 4 December 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/474 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2419 / 5496438

Defect
The software of the engine control unit might not meet specifications regarding misfire detection.
Remedy
Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will update the software of the engine control unit on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
1,638 GLC-Class vehicles
Built
15 Feb 2021 to 2 Apr 2023
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

SRPC2401 - System protection

Launched 25 March 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/130 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2401

Defect
On certain vehicles some 80A fuses installed might not meet requirements.
Remedy
Replace the respective main fuse boxes on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
2,450 GLC-Class vehicles
Built
2 Mar 2023 to 5 Oct 2023
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

On affected vehicles the panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof might not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.

Launched 7 February 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/024 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2344/7790004

Defect
On affected vehicles the panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof might not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.
Remedy
Check the front fixed element of the panoramic sliding sunroof and replace if necessary.
Vehicles affected
45 across everything the recall covers
Built
16 Oct 2015 to 20 Apr 2017
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

On affected vehicles the bolting of the high-pressure fuel pump might not meet specifications.

Launched 30 January 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/013 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2345 / 0790015

Defect
On affected vehicles the bolting of the high-pressure fuel pump might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Replace the high-pressure fuel pump.
Vehicles affected
1 GLC-Class vehicle
Built
25 Apr 2023
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

2023 7 recalls

On affected vehicles the bonding of the front rear and fixed side windows might not meet specifications.

Launched 15 December 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/328 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2337 / 6790007

Defect
On affected vehicles the bonding of the front rear and fixed side windows might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Replace the windows.
Vehicles affected
14 across everything the recall covers
Built
12 Sept 2023 to 21 Sept 2023
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The socket for the towing device in the front crossmember might not meet specifications

Launched 10 November 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/291 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2333/6290004

Defect
On affected vehicles the socket for the front towing device might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check the towing device and replace the front cross member if necessary.
Vehicles affected
2,110 GLC-Class vehicles
Built
4 Jul 2022 to 20 Dec 2023
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

On affected vehicles the length of the transmission wiring harness might not meet specifications.

Launched 3 November 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/226 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2322 / 5491317

Defect
On affected vehicles the length of the transmission wiring harness might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check transmission wiring harness routing and rework if necessary.
Vehicles affected
4 GLC-Class vehicles
Built
24 Jun 2022 to 1 Sept 2022
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

On affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.

Launched 29 August 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/223 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2319 / 4790205

Defect
On affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.
Remedy
Replace the fuel pump module.
Vehicles affected
2,225 GLC-Class vehicles
Built
9 Aug 2021 to 21 Dec 2022
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

On affected vehicles the wheel and brake bleed bolts might not have been tightened with the required torque.

Launched 27 July 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/143 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2312 / 4092216

Defect
On affected vehicles the wheel and brake bleed bolts might not have been tightened with the required torque.
Remedy
Check the wheel and brake bleed bolts and tighten to the correct torque.
Vehicles affected
3 GLC-Class vehicles
Built
16 Mar 2023 to 20 Mar 2023
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

On affected vehicles the stabilisation of the footwell cover in the area of the accelerator pedal might be insufficient.

Launched 21 June 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/162 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2311 / 6892004

Defect
On affected vehicles the stabilisation of the footwell cover in the area of the accelerator pedal might be insufficient.
Remedy
Rework the footwell cover.
Vehicles affected
820 GLC-Class vehicles
Built
27 Jun 2022 to 1 Mar 2023
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

On affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.

Launched 20 February 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/023 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2256 / MBAG REF: 4694204

Defect
On affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles affected
51,251 across everything the recall covers
Built
11 May 2015 to 11 Jan 2017
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

2022 7 recalls

The wiring harness at the B-pillar might be damaged.

Launched 18 October 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/296 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2247

Defect
The mounting of an acoustic pad on the B-pillar might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Remove the acoustic pads and check the seat belt retractors and replace if necessary.
Vehicles affected
1 GLC-Class vehicle
Built
1 Sept 2022
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The support of the windowbag in the area of the B-pillar might not meet specifications.

Launched 18 October 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/276 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2244

Defect
The support of the window airbag in the B-pillar might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check the window airbag support and replace it if necessary
Vehicles affected
1 GLC-Class vehicle
Built
1 Sept 2022
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The routing of the transmission wiring harness might not meet specifications

Launched 16 August 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/238 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2232

Defect
The routing of the transmission wiring harness might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check the transmission wiring harness routing on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
Vehicles affected
1,482 across everything the recall covers
Built
27 May 2019 to 4 Jun 2021
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Certain mode 2 charging cables for charging at a hiousehold power socket might not meet specifications

Launched 25 May 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/048 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2159

Defect
Certain Mode 2 charging cables for charging at a household power socket might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check the Mode 2 charging cable on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
Vehicles affected
95 across everything the recall covers
Built
12 Aug 2021 to 29 Sept 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

A particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the injector

Launched 24 March 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/061 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2165

Defect
A particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the fuel injector.
Remedy
Replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
26 across everything the recall covers
Built
17 Jul 2018 to 12 Sept 2019
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Coolant pump might have a leakage between the vacuum system and the coolant circuit

Launched 21 January 2022 DVSA recall R/2021/438 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2157

Defect
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.
Remedy
Update the software of the coolant pump and replace the electrical switch valve on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
35,624 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Apr 2017 to 12 Oct 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The crankshaft might not meet specifications

Launched 13 January 2022 DVSA recall R/2021/446 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2163

Defect
On certain vehicles with a 4-cylinder Diesel engine the crankshaft might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Replace the engine on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
23 across everything the recall covers
Built
10 Aug 2020 to 9 Dec 2020
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

2021 20 recalls

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 1 December 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/130 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2126

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
21 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 1 December 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/107 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2113

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
6 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 1 December 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/106 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2112

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
23 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 29 November 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/376 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2152

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
50,390 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The belt tensioner arm may have been manufactured with borderline tolerance

Launched 23 September 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/304 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2141

Defect
The belt tensioner arm may have been manufactured with borderline tolerance.
Remedy
Replace the belt tensioner. Additionally check the v-ribbed belt on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
Vehicles affected
427 across everything the recall covers
Built
9 Jan 2019 to 17 Mar 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The locking mechanism for the electrical connector of the side crash sensors might not meet specifications

Launched 9 September 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/286 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2138

Defect
The locking mechanism for the electrical connector of the side crash sensors might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check the side crash sensors in the doors on the affected vehicles and replace them if necessary.
Vehicles affected
129 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Aug 2020 to 3 Sept 2020
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Vehicles with a panoramic sunroofthe polycarbonate panel may not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair

Launched 20 August 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/274 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2108

Defect
The polycarbonate panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.
Remedy
Remove the bonded panel and install a new polycarbonate panel if required.
Vehicles affected
61 across everything the recall covers
Built
30 Jul 2013 to 29 Oct 2019
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 13 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/110 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2102

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
108,971 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 11 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/120 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2115

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
86,604 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 10 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/111 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2111

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
90,716 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The connection of the gas lines of the inertisation system might not meet specifications

Launched 7 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/121 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2107

Defect
The connection of the gas lines of the inertisation system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check and if necessary rework the gas lines of the inertisation system.
Vehicles affected
29,137 across everything the recall covers
Built
12 Apr 2016 to 3 Nov 2020
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/134 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2122

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
162,581 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/133 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2123

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
106,665 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/132 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2124

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
10,410 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/131 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2125

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
81,267 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/129 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2127

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
6 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/128 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2128

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
7 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The software of certain communication modules may not meet specifications

Launched 30 March 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/083 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2104

Defect
The software of certain communication modules may not meet specifications.
Remedy
Carry out an update to the software of the communication module on affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
36 across everything the recall covers
Built
3 Feb 2017 to 11 Mar 2020
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The communication module may be deactivated

Launched 30 March 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/082 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2103

Defect
The communication module may be deactivated
Remedy
Carry out a check of the configuration of the communication module on affected vehicles and if necessary activate the communication module.
Vehicles affected
24 across everything the recall covers
Built
3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The screw connection of the power supply on the starter may not have been installed according to specification

Launched 9 March 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/027 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2045

Defect
The screw connection of the power supply on the starter might not have been installed according to specification.
Remedy
Check the screw connections of the starter on the affected vehicles and correct them if necessary.
Vehicles affected
944 GLC-Class vehicles
Built
31 Jan 2018 to 14 Jan 2020
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

2020 10 recalls

The high voltage wiring harness shield may not permanently withstand the electrical loads that are induced under certain driving profiles

Launched 2 December 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/334 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2036

Defect
The shield for the high-voltage wiring harness may not permanently withstand the electrical loads that are induced under certain driving profiles
Remedy
Replace the high-voltage wiring harness on the affected vehicles
Vehicles affected
2,377 across everything the recall covers
Built
15 Jan 2018 to 29 Feb 2020
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The wiring harness of the steering control unit may not have been manufactured to specification

Launched 2 December 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/333 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2038

Defect
The wiring harness of the steering control unit might not have been manufactured according to specification.
Remedy
Check the wiring harness of the steering control unit on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
Vehicles affected
3,029 across everything the recall covers
Built
12 Dec 2019 to 18 Mar 2020
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

An electrical contact inside the engine control unit may not meet the specification

Launched 27 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/277 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2033

Defect
An electrical contacting inside the engine control unit might not meet the specification
Remedy
Replace the engine control unit on the affected vehicles
Vehicles affected
37 across everything the recall covers
Built
11 Dec 2019 to 9 Jan 2020
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The software of the ESP control unit may not meet the specifications

Launched 9 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/239 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2023

Defect
The software of the ESP control unit might not meet the specifications.
Remedy
Update the software for the ESP control unit on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
1,061 across everything the recall covers
Built
25 Apr 2018 to 7 Oct 2019
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Engine control unit software to be updated

Launched 6 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/243 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2027

Defect
Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
Remedy
Update the relevant control unit’s software and if necessary replace the NOx sensors.
Vehicles affected
994 across everything the recall covers
Built
8 Nov 2011 to 31 May 2018
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM (eCall) DOES NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION

Launched 6 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/236 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2030

Defect
On affected vehicles the software of the communication module for the emergency call system does not meet the specification
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system
Vehicles affected
3,127 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Mar 2017 to 30 Sept 2018
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The data documenting the correct mounting of the turbocharger oil feed as well as the oil return line may be missing

Launched 25 August 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/225 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2022

Defect
The HV battery pack can overheat and result in the venting of hot gas which can ignite vehicle components or in extreme cases the entire vehicle.
Remedy
To prevent a vehicle fire the vehicles should not be charged using the external charging cable and the vehicles should only be driven using the default Auto EV mode only
Vehicles affected
124 across everything the recall covers
Built
7 Jun 2018 to 13 Mar 2020
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The left rear seat backrest lock may not meet specifications

Launched 21 August 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/197 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2019

Defect
The left rear seat backrest lock might not meet the specifications
Remedy
Replace the left rear seat backrest lock on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
1,179 across everything the recall covers
Built
24 Jan 2020 to 9 Mar 2020
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Certain front seat belt buckles may not have been manufactured according to specification

Launched 3 August 2020 DVSA recall R/2019/372 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1954

Defect
A correctly fastened seat belt could be detected as not fastened impairing the restraint system
Remedy
Check the relevant seat belt buckles in the affected vehicles and replace if necessary
Vehicles affected
15,652 across everything the recall covers
Built
2 Jun 2018 to 31 Oct 2018
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Incorrect starter wiring harness and holder for fixing the exhaust system may be installed

Launched 16 July 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/098 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2005

Defect
An incorrect starter wiring harness and a holder for fixing the exhaust system could be installed.
Remedy
Replace the starter wiring harness and the holder for fixing the exhaust on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
477 GLC-Class vehicles
Built
12 Apr 2019 to 7 Jul 2019
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

2019 4 recalls

The four locknuts securing the air bag might be missing

Launched 5 November 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/337 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1947

Defect
Certain driver airbag modules might not be bolted onto the base plate.
Remedy
Check the driver airbag on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
Vehicles affected
2,345 across everything the recall covers
Built
9 Aug 2018 to 17 Sept 2019
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The crankshaft may exhibit surface damages

Launched 6 September 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/253 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1920

Defect
The durability of the crankshaft might be impaired.
Remedy
Replace the engine on affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
35 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Feb 2019 to 31 Mar 2019
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

An internal sensor within the electric power steering unit may not have been manufactured to specifications

Launched 3 May 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/043 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1855

Defect
An internal sensor within the electric power steering unit might not have been manufactured according to specifications.
Remedy
The affected vehicles are to have the steering unit replaced.
Vehicles affected
32 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jul 2018 to 31 Aug 2018
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

The status of the front passenger airbags displayed in the centre console might not be indicated correctly

Launched 8 March 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/007 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1853

Defect
The status of the front passenger airbags displayed in the centre console might not be indicated correctly.
Remedy
The affected vehicles head unit software will be updated
Vehicles affected
36,643 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Aug 2017 to 31 Oct 2018
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

2018 9 recalls

To improve emissions of the affected vehicles.certain calibrations of functionalities must be changed in the engine management

Launched 19 October 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/266 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1838

Defect
Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
Remedy
Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual
Vehicles affected
15,692 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Dec 2013 to 31 May 2018
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Driver's airbag gas generator housing failure during deployment

Launched 14 August 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/168 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1822

Defect
On affected vehicles it has been determined that drivers airbags with potentially faulty gas generator housing material may have been installed in vehicles of model series 156 176 246 205 238 & 253. If the material of the gas generator housing fails during airbag deployment in the event of a crash the airbag system would possibly no longer have a restraint effect. In addition separating parts could enter the passenger compartment. This could lead to an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the driver’s airbag
Vehicles affected
421 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 2018 to 30 Mar 2018
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded

Launched 11 June 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/130 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1815

Defect
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components
Vehicles affected
78,608 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2011 to 31 Jul 2017
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Airbag control unit connection may not be manufactured to specification

Launched 1 June 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/121 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1813

Defect
The connector pins of the occupant classification system to the airbag control unit might have been manufactured outside specification. After a period of time this may cause decativation of the passnger airbag.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the connector pins of the occupant classification system.
Vehicles affected
100 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Steering components may be insufficiently grounded

Launched 11 May 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/098 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1812

Defect
It has been determined that the steering airbag electrical components are insufficiently grounded. Failure of the steering column module clock spring could result in an inadvertent deployment of the driver airbag which may cause risk of injury to the driver and an increased risk of a potential collision.
Remedy
On affected vehicles the manufacturer will fit a contact bridge to the outer race of the steering column top bearing which will provide correct grounding.
Vehicles affected
74,329 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2011 to 31 Jul 2017
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded

Launched 9 April 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/069 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1809

Defect
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.
Vehicles affected
67,027 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2011 to 31 Jul 2017
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded

Launched 9 April 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/055 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1807

Defect
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.
Vehicles affected
51,528 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2011 to 1 Jul 2017
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Bonding of the windshield may be inadequate

Launched 21 February 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/046 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1804

Defect
The bonding of the windshield in the lower area may not correspond to the specification. During a collision the bonding may fail and the windscreen may detach. This could have an adverse affect on the effectiveness of the passenger airbag.
Remedy
On affected vehicles check bonding and if necessary replace windscreen.
Vehicles affected
2 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given
DVSA lists it as
“GLC COUPE”

Front seat belt tensioners may not function

Launched 6 February 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/010 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1802

Defect
The front seatbelt pre-tensioner ignitors may not perform as expected. This could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupants. The lock function of the seatbelts is not impaired.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace seatbelts with quality assured units.
Vehicles affected
296 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Apr 2016 to 31 Mar 2017
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

2017 6 recalls

Electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded

Launched 18 December 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/282 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1800

Defect
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.
Vehicles affected
46,093 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2011 to 31 Jul 2017
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Front and side plastic covers of the panoramic sunroof may not be bonded to specification

Launched 27 November 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/315 Manufacturer ref. SRPC

Defect
The bonding retaining front and side plastic covers on the sunroof may not meet specification. As a result these could detach whilst the vehicle is in motion.
Remedy
On affected vehicles check trims and where necessary re-bond trims.
Vehicles affected
10 GLC-Class vehicles
Built
Build dates not given
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Right front seat belt pre-tensioner may not meet specification

Launched 26 October 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/253 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1726

Defect
The right front seat belt pretensioner may not conform to specification. This may adversely affect it's operation in the event of an accident.
Remedy
Replace the pretensioner on affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
135 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Apr 2016 to 31 Mar 2017
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Left front seat belt pre-tensioner may not meet specification

Launched 4 September 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/147 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1713

Defect
The propellant mix in certain seatbelt pre-tensioners ignitors may be incorrect. If the front seatbelt pre-tensioners are deployed the lock function of the pre-tensioners cannot be guaranteed.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front seatbelts that are likely to be affected.
Vehicles affected
78 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Apr 2016 to 31 Mar 2017
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Starting current limiter may overload

Launched 20 June 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/096 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1708

Defect
Where the car incurs severe engine damage resulting in the engine failing to turn over (engine seizure) and if the driver repeatedly attempts to start the engine despite the engine not cranking the very high electrical current could lead to overheating of the starting current limiter and the potential for a fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and install an additional fuse in the electrical line to the starter.
Vehicles affected
74,444 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Feb 2014 to 28 Feb 2017
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Faulty control unit may cause vehicle to perform outside specification

Launched 19 April 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/124 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1709

Defect
Where a control unit coding was updated in a workshop between 3 December 2016 and 5 December 2016 the coding may not correspond to the specification and may trigger unplanned action in the vehicle. The safety and emissions systems may not react as design intent.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the software in the corresponding control units.
Vehicles affected
42 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 2004 to 31 Mar 2017
DVSA lists it as
“GLC”

Data sources and methodology

Datasets used on this page
Figures Source Period Records Updated
Safety recalls Vehicle safety recalls Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Derived statistics UK Motoring 		January 1992 to September 2026 70 recalls matched to this model 15 September 2026
  • Road vehicle recalls (DVSA numbers starting R/) whose model names match the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class. DVSA records some recalls under a range or chassis name we cannot match, so this list may be incomplete.
  • Vehicles affected is the number the manufacturer reported to DVSA. When one recall covers several models, DVSA often gives only the total.
  • Build dates are the periods the manufacturer gave. Some recalls have none. VINs are not shown.
  • Concerns written in capitals have been put in sentence case, and apostrophes lost in DVSA’s file have been put back. The text is otherwise DVSA’s.
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