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Fuel systemPart report

2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Fuel system Problems

Complaints
16about this part
Share
16%of 101 total for the year
Median mileage
55,000miles
Trend
RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the fuel system of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, 16% of the 101 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 55,000 miles.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“While driving, the malfunction indicator lamp (mil/check engine light) came on. After some digging this was caused by an obd ii code of p052e, which indicates a blocked crankcase vent valve actuator. This appears to be a manufacturing defect in these vehicles.”

NHTSA complaint #11414728, filed 2021-05, 46,000 miles

“1. Crankcase ventilation valve performance failed check engine light is on while driving 2. Smells gas from under the hood. Heard it's common problems”

NHTSA complaint #11397811, filed 2021-02, 60,000 miles

“Strong gasoline smell coming from the engine bay every morning at start up. I removed protective plastic lining from the under carriage to identify the issue. I identified a lot of gasoline dripping from the top portion of the engine compartment where the High Pressure Fuel Pump is located. There was no warning or check engine lights that alerted of this issue of a gasoline leak. This is very dangerous as it could cause the vehicle to catch fire.”

NHTSA complaint #11631359, filed 2024-12

“The Positive Crankcase Ventillation harness fails and check engine light goes on. Through my research I found that many C class and GLC class with same engine have had similar issues and there was a recall and covered. My particular VIN was not included in the recall but had this check engine warning sign before 50K miles warranty expires. The light always went away but now it has come back on for the third time and not going away. The cost to replace this simple module is mostly labor at 8 hours is around $2,000. …”

NHTSA complaint #11539238, filed 2023-08

“After noticing my engine light come on, I had my vehicle checked out, the dealer informed (after spending $250.00) that the problem is the crankcase ventilation and it's a common problem. It seems the oh so familiar crankcase ventilation system is not working. This is a common problem with the GLC300 and Mercedes Benz needs to correct it. The engine is not being ventilated properly and the overwhelming smell of gasoline engulfs the interior of the vehicle. This is putting mine and the life of my family at risk, due to a faulty manufacturer issue. …”

NHTSA complaint #11563324, filed 2024-01

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Fuel system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202516%
202359%
20222134%
20211218%
202046%
201936%
201878%
20171616%
20162116%

Other parts of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

Engine
37 complaints
Electrical system
15 complaints
Other or unknown
13 complaints
Air bags
11 complaints
Seat belts
8 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
7 complaints
Brakes
4 complaints
Forward collision avoidance
4 complaints
Steering
4 complaints
Tires
3 complaints
Seats
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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