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…
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-072 the manufacturer reports only 82% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 23, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Engine1 crash/fire/injury
2Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
2Electrical system
1Engine and engine cooling
1Communication
1Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| Communication | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 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 · 2023 Q3
Communication
Risk. A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services through the call center in an emergency, potentially delaying…
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.
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
2019 vs. every other GLC 350 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 GLC 350 median. How we score
'18'19'20
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What GLC 350 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC350. The contact stated while driving 62 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact stated that the temperature gauge warning light was illuminated and a message to “Stop Vehicle Immediately”…
As I drove the car a warning message popped in the screen stating "Malfunction" without any further details. The car kept running, apparently we'll at first. Then after car was turned off and turned on again the car accelerated by itself proving very dangerous. The day after, le message popped up…
On 2/4/2022 this vehicle was picked up from Rockville Mercedes Dealership Mercedes-Benz of Rockville Centre (Service Center) [PHONE]. The vehicle was brought in for service regarding error lights and service lights. I was driving the vehicle from dealership back to my home and was unable to stop my…
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