2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class reliability
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class has 139 complaints with NHTSA after 11 years, or 21 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 9 GLC-Class years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (40 of 139), then Service brakes (29) and Fuel and propulsion system (18). Those filings include 10 that report a crash, 2 that report a fire, and 6 that report an injury.
The 2017 GLC-Class has 115 complaints, 10 per year. The 2016 has more complaints per year than the 2017.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (139 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"On XXX, my 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 was serviced at a Mercedes-Benz dealership for a B Service, including replacement of the rear brake pads and sensor. The rear wheel had to be removed to perform this work. On XXX,…"
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"Was driving down the highway a the panel between the windshield and panoramic sunroof detached a flew off. Other models are included in this same recall but my make and model are not"
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"The steering tilt motor is stripped and will not move up or down and is stuck in the full "UP" position. Unable to adjust for the driving position."
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"SUNROOF will not closed , refuse to close on my car"
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"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that while receiving routine maintenance, the mechanic noticed a fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The mechanic determined that the fuel injectors had…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class 4 DR 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class 4 DR RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
For 2017 GLC300 vehicles, NHTSA campaign 18V-683 covers certain 2016-2018 GLC300 and GLC300 4Matic vehicles (with GLC350e, GLC43, and GLC63 variants): rear seat-belt latch plates may be difficult to fasten; dealers install felt strips between the C-pillar and rear side paneling. Campaign 21V-197 covers certain 2016-2020 GLC300 vehicles among many other Mercedes models for front-panel adhesive that may deteriorate; dealers reinstall the panel with approved materials. Confirm open campaigns by VIN under trim strings such as GLC300.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class reliable?
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class has 139 complaints with NHTSA after 11 years, or 21 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 9 GLC-Class years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class?
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (40 of 139), then Service brakes (29) and Fuel and propulsion system (18). Those filings include 10 that report a crash, 2 that report a fire, and 6 that report an injury.
Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2017 GLC-Class has 115 complaints, 10 per year. The 2016 has more complaints per year than the 2017.
Has the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class?
Owners have filed 139 complaints about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class with NHTSA.
What oil does a Mercedes-Benz GLC take?
5W-30 full synthetic meeting Mercedes-Benz approvals is common for US GLC300 fills on X253 and X254 — confirm the engine sticker and MB sheet.
What does NHTSA campaign 18V-683 cover on early GLC300?
Certain 2016-2018 GLC300 and GLC300 4Matic vehicles (with GLC350e, GLC43, and GLC63 variants): rear seat-belt latch plates may be difficult to fasten; dealers install felt strips between the C-pillar and rear side paneling.
When did the X254 GLC generation start in the US?
Model year 2023 on this site (after X253 2016-2022).