Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 Problems by Year

We compared every Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 model year from 2018–2021 using 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 21 recalls and federal defect investigations. No AMG GLC63 year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

4model years
8complaints
21recalls
—worst years
—best years

Complaints by model year

20182019202020211322
Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
20212typical6ElectricalFew
20202typical10ElectricalFew
20193—8SteeringFew
20181—7EngineFew

* Complaints compared with the median AMG GLC63 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 problems

  • Engine & coolingworst: 2018
    338%
  • Other / not specified
    225%
  • Electrical systemworst: 2020
    225%
  • Transmission & drivetrainworst: 2020
    225%
  • Steeringworst: 2019
    113%
  • Suspensionworst: 2021
    113%

Latest Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 recalls

Structure › Body › Roof and pillars

NHTSA recall 23V-854 · Dec 15, 2023 · 2,976 vehicles

Mercedes-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 specific vehicle details. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 23V-445 · Jun 26, 2023 · 143,551 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.

Communication › Auto crash notification

NHTSA recall 22V-365 · May 20, 2022 · 242,722 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.

Remedy: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022.

Exterior lighting › Headlights

NHTSA recall 22V-261 · Apr 15, 2022 · 129 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLC 300, GLC 300 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic, and AMG GLC 43 4Matic vehicles. The electrical connection for the headlights may not be watertight, which can result in headlight failure.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight sealing plugs, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Back over prevention › Display function

NHTSA recall 22V-232 · Apr 8, 2022 · 126,443 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.

Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

All 21 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 recalls by year →

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 should you avoid?

None of the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (3), electrical system (2) and transmission & drivetrain (2). Engine complaints peak in the 2018 model year.

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 had?

21 recalls across 2018–2021. The model year with the most is 2020. See all Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 recalls by year.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.