2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 11%of 47 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 30,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the body and structure of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, 11% of the 47 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 30,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“On 12/23 I was driving away from home for holiday, and my panoramic sunroof exploded. I was quite shaken as glass was everywhere, in hair, on me and of course in car. I suffered very minor cuts. Called Mercedes SOS. Mercedes customer care. Advised me to go to local dealer near home. 2019 GLC300W4 with ~26,890 miles at time of accident. Dealer, West Chester MB without looking said $10,484. Not under warranty because of year and miles. I see that in March of 2021, about 17,000 vehicles were recalled for sunroof problems, just not my specific model. Clearly, there is a problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11446666, filed 2022-01“The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, there was an abnormal cracking sound coming from the roof. The contact stated that upon arriving to the destination and parking the vehicle, the contact became aware that the panoramic roof panel had detached. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V854000 (Structure) and 21V197000 (Structure). …”
NHTSA complaint #11680728, filed 2025-08, 30,000 miles“The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal sound emanating from the vehicle from an unknown location. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway and after a visual inspection of the exterior of the vehicle, the contact observed that the front roof panel had become detached. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11594442, filed 2024-06Related recalls
- 23V854000Dec 15, 2023Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for…Covers: Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 2016–2020, CLA250 2014–2019, C300 2015–2020 +19 more
- 21V197000Mar 19, 2021Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG…Covers: Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 2016–2020, AMG S63 2014–2020, CLA250 2014–2019 +19 more
Related service bulletins
- 11038217Sep 14, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11036511Aug 24, 2026Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. EXAMPLE: when stored in trouser pocket…
- 11036101Aug 6, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11033050May 22, 2026Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be returned to your facing PDC. The deadline…
- 11018703May 29, 2025Complaint Load compartment cover generates a creaking noise during driving when pulled out to covering position. Cause Aluminum cassette scrapes on the inside of the end cap. The…
- 11015566Mar 11, 2025Complaint Paint damage on door paneling in area of door handle (see picture 1). Cause Possible tolerance complaint regarding the door handle Remedy 1. Paint the affected area of…
- 11013192Jan 24, 2025Complaint Fuel door may require several attempts to open. Please note that if the complaint "Fuel filler flap not opening" occurs, it is important to check the fuel filler flap…
- 11013185Jan 24, 2025Complaint Paint damage on door paneling in area of door handle (see picture 1). Cause Alignment of door handle bearing bracket is not correct. Remedy 1. Paint the affected area…
- 11013184Jan 24, 2025Complaint Noise from area of instrument panel Noise might occur in the following conditions: - At engine speeds of 1500 rpm to 2000 rpm. - In the speed range up to 45mph - Type…
- 11010644Nov 16, 2024Complaint Paint damage on door paneling in area of door handle (see picture 1). Cause Possible tolerance complaint regarding the door handle Remedy 1. Paint the affected area of…
Body and structure: other model years
Other parts of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300
15 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsTires
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology