2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems

Related recalls

• Recall 23V445000Jun 26, 2023143,551 vehicles
  FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

  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.

  Risk: 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.

What owners say

1. Filed Oct 1, 2026GAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The vehicle has experienced two separate incidents of significant loss of power/acceleration. First incident – January 2024, Clarksville, TN: While driving downtown, the vehicle suddenly lost significant power and could not provide normal acceleration. The estimated remaining range was approximately 50 miles. The vehicle was subsequently inspected/serviced by Mercedes-Benz/dealer personnel, but the underlying cause was not conclusively identified or resolved. Second…

   NHTSA complaint #11768413 · source
2. Filed Aug 8, 2026NYEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   My 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 (17,700 total miles) suffered a catastrophic structural engine block failure and an explosive loss of propulsion while driving at highway speeds. This occurred exactly 6 days and 183 miles after a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealership performed the official fuel pump impeller safety recall (NHTSA Campaign 23V-445).The dealership's official repair invoice documents that the technician custom-modified the recall remedy by reusing parts, explicitly…

   NHTSA complaint #11755637 · source
3. Filed May 8, 2026CAElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Low coolant warning came on. Battery car didn’t start , had it jump. Low coolant warning came on again. Passenger seat belt warning is on.

   NHTSA complaint #11736466 · source
4. Filed Apr 16, 2026PAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   I was driving back to my house in york, PA. My car all the sudden changed the gear from “D” to “N”. My gas meter was showing 106 miles. my didn’t give sign or alert before it shifted the gear from D to N. I was driving on highway and this was major safety concern as I could have hit by cars coming on highway speed. We had this similar incident last year as well but we were at traffic light stopped so we didn’t realize that time that car shift the grear by itself. Once we…

   NHTSA complaint #11731548 · source
5. Filed Mar 2, 2026TXFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, the check engine warning light was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle lost power and was pulled over and restarted. The contact was almost involved in several crashes due to the failure. The vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the vehicle was repaired, and the failure…

   NHTSA complaint #11721373 · source
6. Filed Jun 18, 2025TXEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   My 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has been diagnosed with a valve seat failure. This requires a full cylinder head replacement. I purchased this vehicle brand new and have driven it with care, putting approximately 60,000 mostly highway miles on it. Throughout my ownership, I have exclusively used the service at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership. Despite my efforts to maintain this vehicle properly, the vehicle began exhibiting misfire issues just outside of the warranty…

   NHTSA complaint #11667722 · source
7. Filed Jan 2, 2025TXElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Safety was at risk when the gears switched to neutral while I was driving in car with my children. A recall was completed when bought car was not aware of fuel pumps recall issue. Says completed repair but the car is still having issues and was sold to me without telling me about the recall. First appeared about a week ago. Making a ticking noise, losing power when accelerating.

   NHTSA complaint #11633770 · source
8. Filed Feb 5, 2024FLElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The car randomly shows an empty tank of gas at the start of the day, when there was a half tank of gas remaining. I filled the gas, but the car did not register any fuel-up and kept showing empty. I took it to the dealer for repair and the fuel tank sensor was replaced under warranty a month ago. Now, this week the same issue reappeared. The car began showing no gas in the tank on a random morning last week and remained driveable for a couple of days. The gas levels…

   NHTSA complaint #11569909 · source
9. Filed Jan 8, 2024IDFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Attempting to get recall completed but manufacturer and dealer are non-responsive. Mercedes stated that if a failure occurs life and limb are at risk (slightly paraphrased). Mercedes says in the recall notice that the repair will take 1-6 hours. Scheduled for a Friday and the Service Advisor sent confirmation and at least one appointment confirmation. At the shop by 8am. Service Advisor immediately tells me that the repair will take two days. It is a Friday. Means they will…

   NHTSA complaint #11564308 · source
10. Filed Dec 6, 2023NYCrash1 injuredTowedFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    The contact owned a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the steering wheel lurched to the right direction. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the front passenger side of her vehicle crashed into a parked vehicle hitting the left passenger door and tire wheel. The contact stated that the vehicle stopped and the engine stalled. The contact stated she had to kick the driver's side window out…

    NHTSA complaint #11558704 · source
11. Filed Oct 13, 2023CAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

    NHTSA complaint #11549791 · source
12. Filed Sep 30, 2023PRFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Mientras el vehiculo se encuentra en la carretera comienza a dar un fallo (halones y vibracion) y pierde la fuerza (velocidad) provocando la desaceleracion. Las luces en el panel se encienden y es necesario salirse de la via de rodaje inmediatamente para estacionarlo. Esto pone en riesgo la seguridad de los ocupantes del vehiculo y de los ocupantes de los demas vehiculos, ya que al desaclerarse repentinamente puede provocar que el vehiculo sea impactado por otro. Si nos…

    NHTSA complaint #11547463 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology