Is the Mercedes-Benz GLC Reliable?
2016–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Mercedes-Benz GLC Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 3 | — | — | 79 | Good |
| 2025 | 1 | 15 | — | — | 75 | Good |
| 2024 | 4 | 20 | 3 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2023 | 9 | 59 | 2 | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2022 | 1 | 30 | 3 | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 6 | 46 | — | — | 70 | Good |
| 2020 | 13 | 46 | 7 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2019 | 7 | 51 | 3 | — | 68 | Good |
| 2018 | 8 | 59 | 3 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2017 | 10 | 70 | 1 | — | 66 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the GLC Compares to Similar Vehicles
The GLC scores exactly at the luxury average.
Known Mercedes-Benz GLC Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 399 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLC reliable?+
The Mercedes-Benz GLC scores 70/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 60 recall campaigns and 399 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year GLC is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2022 GLC achieved the highest reliability score of 83/100 with 1 recall and 30 complaints.
How many miles does a GLC last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Mercedes-Benz GLC owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used GLC will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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