2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 6 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 March 18, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2021 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
Engine10
Power train10
Suspension10

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

6 recalls

2021 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 →

98%repaired · 2024 Q1

Exterior lighting: headlights

Recall 22V-261 · Apr 15, 2022 · 129 vehicles · 126 repaired

Risk. Headlight failure can decrease visibility for both the driver and surrounding traffic, increasing the risk of 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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94%repaired · 2023 Q1

Sensor: occupant classification

Recall 21V-230 · Apr 1, 2021 · 8,634 vehicles · 8,093 repaired

Risk. Air bags and seat belts that do not perform properly in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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 →

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

2021 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
  • Solid
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In owners' words

What AMG GLC63 owners report

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

The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for routine maintenance, and the contact was informed that there was an issue with the ignition coil. There was a misfire coming from the engine. The dealer determined that the ignition coil needed to be…
Complaint 11697988 · Nov 6, 2025 · 65,000 miles

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