2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 10 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-354 the manufacturer reports only 81% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 13, 2023. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 has problems

2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Electrical system10
Power train10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

10 recalls

2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 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.

91%repaired · 2026 Q2

Communication: auto crash notification

Recall 22V-365 · May 20, 2022 · 242,722 vehicles · 219,931 repaired

Risk. A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

89%repaired · 2024 Q2

Back over prevention: display function

Recall 22V-232 · Apr 8, 2022 · 126,443 vehicles · 112,211 repaired

Risk. An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

90%repaired · 2023 Q2

Sensor: side impact

Recall 21V-527 · Jul 12, 2021 · 542 vehicles · 490 repaired

Risk. Air bags and seatbelts that don't function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

81%repaired · 2023 Q4

Sensing system: camera

Recall 21V-354 · May 14, 2021 · 343,191 vehicles · 279,011 repaired

Risk. A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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95%repaired · 2023 Q4

Communication: auto crash notification

Recall 21V-058 · Feb 5, 2021 · 1,292,258 vehicles · 1,231,020 repaired

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.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

93%repaired · 2022 Q4

Electrical system: starter assembly

Recall 20V-776 · Dec 11, 2020 · 2,563 vehicles · 2,387 repaired

Risk. If the power supply cable short-circuits, it can result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

94%repaired · 2022 Q3

Steering: electric power assist system

Recall 20V-651 · Oct 23, 2020 · 2,533 vehicles · 2,389 repaired

Risk. A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

96%repaired · 2022 Q4

Electrical system: software

Recall 20V-395 · Jul 6, 2020 · 5,399 vehicles · 5,169 repaired

Risk. If the ESP does not react properly to a driving situation, it may increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

93%repaired · 2022 Q2

Seats: mid/rear assembly

Recall 20V-328 · Jun 5, 2020 · 1,352 vehicles · 1,253 repaired

Risk. In the event of a crash, if the left-rear seatback latch fails, it can increase the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

95%repaired · 2022 Q1

Communication

Recall 20V-068 · Feb 7, 2020 · 239 vehicles · 226 repaired

Risk. An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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 GLC63 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 GLC63 median. How we score

'18'19'20'21
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  • Caution
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In owners' words

What AMG GLC63 owners report

Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

WHEN USING ENGINE START/STOP FUNCTION, OVER THE COURSE OF 3 DAYS AFTER PICKING UP THE CAR, WHEN AT A LIGHT, THE CAR DID NOT START BACK UP.
Complaint 11373040 · Nov 4, 2020 · 8,900 miles

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