repaired · 2025 Q4
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43, most often about the engine. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-070 the manufacturer reports only 81% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 2, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 has problems
5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Engine
2Electrical system
1Back over prevention
1Service brakes
1Vehicle speed control
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Communication: auto crash notification
Risk. A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency…
repaired · 2024 Q2
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
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repaired · 2023 Q4
Communication: auto crash notification
Risk. Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk. A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Seats: mid/rear assembly
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the left-rear seatback latch fails, it can increase the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other AMG GLC43 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the AMG GLC43 median. How we score
'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What AMG GLC43 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
2020 AMG GLC 43 coupe here in Harrison, NJ. My driving style with this vehicle isn't different in any relevant way versus with past vehicles. There is an acceleration dead spot which is the default occurrence when I am coasting at a low speed and then go to accelerate. Common scenarios are driving…
Sometimes after I hit the brake (hard or soft) but need to step on the gas again, the car pauses and does nothing for over a second, making it dangerous if you need to make a turn. Sometimes the car is confused whether to go fast or slow down so it does nothing and does not re-act to the driver…
At around 11pm on Monday, Sept 20, 2021 I was driving approximately 65 mph on the highway when the vehicle began to abruptly decelerate for no apparent reason, even when I was pushing on the accelerator pedal. When I would push on the accelerator I could hear the engine revving, I confirmed the car…
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