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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 0 NHTSA recalls and 61 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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This is a known problem year for the Mercedes-Benz GLC

The 2021 model year has significantly more owner complaints than average for this model. Consider a different year if possible.

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87/100

Recommended — 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC shows low recall and complaint activity. Based on available NHTSA data, this is generally considered a solid model year choice.

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NHTSA Recalls
No known recalls
61
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
1
Crashes + Injuries
1 fire report

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NHTSA Recalls — 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC

No NHTSA recalls found for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC.

While this is a positive sign, recall status can change. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing.

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Most Common Problems — 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC

Based on 61 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Engine
23
Exterior Lighting
7
Electrical System
7
Unknown Or Other
5
Fuel/propulsion System
4
Power Train
3
Structure
3
Fuel System
2
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Mercedes-Benz GLC — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2021 model year is highlighted.

2015 2 complaints 2016 1 complaints 2017 0 complaints 2018 0 complaints 2019 0 complaints 2020 0 complaints 2021 61 complaints 2022 0 complaints 2023 0 complaints 2024 28 complaints 2025 0 complaints

⚠ Years to avoid: 2021 — These model years show significantly elevated complaint activity.

✅ Best model years: 2015, 2016, 2017 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC

Is the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC has no open recalls and 61 owner complaints. This is generally considered a reliable model year.
How many recalls does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC have?
There are currently no NHTSA recalls on file for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing as recalls can be added at any time.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC are: Engine, Exterior Lighting, Electrical System, Unknown Or Other. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC safe to buy?
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Mercedes-Benz GLC should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Mercedes-Benz GLC are: 2015, 2016, 2017. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years to avoid: 2021.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.