2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4Matic Coupe recalls and problems
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4Matic Coupe has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4Matic Coupe vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4Matic Coupe recalls
Recall 26V-281: Electrical System
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, SL, CLE, and GLC vehicles. The infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank.
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the infotainment control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2026. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026050004. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 8, 2026.
Recall 26V-172: Seat Belts
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 AMG GLC43 4MATIC, GLC 300 4MATIC, GLC 300, and GLC 300 4MATIC Coupe vehicles. The center rear seat belts may have been installed without the child seat protection function and fail to lock a child restraint properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and FMVSS number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk: In the event of a crash, an insufficiently restrained child has an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the center rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 27, 2026.
Recall 25V-533: Steering
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2026 EQE and GLC vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.
Risk: A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the steering coupling bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4Matic Coupe have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4Matic Coupe: 26V-281 (electrical system), 26V-172 (seat belts), 25V-533 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.