2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 vs 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC300
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 | 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 132 | 98 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 182 | 189 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24 | 24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 14,000 mi | 29,416 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz GLC300 | Mercedes-Benz GLC300 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 38 | 37 |
| Service Brakes | 27 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 18 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 10 |
| Power Train | 6 | 7 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 8 |
| Steering | 7 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 17 | 13 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC300
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.