The Verdict
Worst problem area
Fuel System
Fuel System leads by volume: 22 of 65 complaints (34%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more deaths (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 75 in 2021 to 65 in 2022.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 65
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $3,200–$4,050
- Combined MPG
- 19–24
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2022 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,100–4,300 | 3,100–4,550 | 3,200–4,050 | 2,750–3,850 | 2,650–3,700 | |
| Combined MPG | 18–25 | 17–25 | 19–24 | 20–28 | 21–29 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16–23 / 22–29 | 15–22 / 22–29 | 16–22 / 24–28 | 17–25 / 24–32 | 18–26 / 24–33 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 366–489 | 360–513 | 373–468 | 316–444 | 311–433 | |
| Complaints filed | 80 | 75 | 65 | 55 | 23 | |
| Recalls issued | 20 | 9 | 2 | 12 | 8 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 3 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 4 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 8 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class?
Fuel System: 22 of 65 NHTSA complaints (34%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class get?
EPA rates it 19–24 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class?
EPA estimates $3,200–$4,050 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 22 mpg (high) | 27 mpg | 24 mpg (high) | $3,200 (low) | 373 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 21 mpg | 28 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | $3,200 (low) | 374 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 21 mpg | 27 mpg | 23 mpg | $3,350 | 383 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 9-spd | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 18 mpg | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | $3,700 | 430 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 9-spd | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 16 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | $4,050 (high) | 468 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 22 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical | 12 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 8 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 GLC 300, 2020 GLC 350e, and 2020-2022 AMG GLC 43 vehicles. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted too high and create a glare for oncoming traffic. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence
- Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the headlight adjustment and correct it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.