2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63 has 0 complaints and 96 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owner feedback primarily involves safety-related systems and structural issues as reflected in the recall data.
There are 96 recalls affecting various vehicle systems including roof structure, seat belts, air bags, electrical components, and communication software. These recalls address defects that pose risks of injury or crashes and require dealer repairs or software updates.
Recalls- Roof panel adhesive failure. Recall 21V197000 affects 15,096 vehicles including the 2018 GLC63 AMG. The front roof panel between the windshield and panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly during a prior repair risking detachment and causing a road hazard. Dealers will replace the panel using approved materials at no cost.
- Emergency call system malfunction. Recall 21V058000 covers over 1.2 million vehicles including the 2018 GLC63 AMG. Software flaws cause the emergency communication module to report incorrect vehicle location after crashes. Owners receive free software updates via dealers or OTA to ensure proper emergency response dispatch.
- Rear seat belt latch retraction. Recalls 18V683000 and 18V177000 total about 126,560 vehicles including 2018 GLC63 AMG. The latch plates for rear outboard seats may retract into interior paneling, preventing seat belt use. Dealers install felt strips or buffers between C-pillar and side paneling free of charge to resolve the issue.
- Passenger air bag delayed deployment. Recall 18V905000 affects 809 vehicles like the 2018 GLC63 AMG Coupe. The frontal airbag may deploy late for unbelted front passengers, increasing injury risk. Dealers will update the air bag control unit software at no charge.
- Air bag occupancy display errors. Recall 18V838000 impacts 104,663 vehicles including the 2018 GLC63 AMG. Incorrect passenger side air bag status display may mislead occupants about air bag readiness, heightening injury risk. Dealers provide free audio head unit software updates.
- Starter power cable installation defect. Recall 20V776000 affects 2,563 AMG GLC 63 4MATIC vehicles. Improper cable routing may cause chafing, risking short-circuits, engine stalls, or fire. Dealers inspect and correct cable installation free of charge.
Owners facing multiple repairs or unresolved safety recalls on the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 should consider their rights under state lemon laws. Persistent defects affecting vehicle safety or reliability may qualify for legal remedies.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63 Summary
2018
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
7
Total Recalls
1541949
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63
15096 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Mercedes-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, 2015 C400, S65 AMG, 2015-2019 C63 AMG, 2016 C450, 2015-2016 GLA45 AMG, S600, 2016-2020 GLC300, 2017-2019 GLC43 AMG, GLE43 Coupe AMG, 2014-2019 CLA250 Coupe, 2014-2015 CLA45 AMG, 2018 GLC63 AMG, 2014-2017 S550, 2018-2020 S450, 2016-2019 GLE63 Coupe AMG, 2016 GLE450 Coupe, 2014-2020 S63 AMG, 2018-2019 S560, and 2019 GLC350e vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair.
Risk: The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63
1292258 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63
2563 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 AMG GLC 63 4MATIC vehicles. The power supply cable on the starter might not have been installed correctly, possibly allowing the cable to chafe against the starter housing and short-circuit.
Risk: If the power supply cable short-circuits, it can result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63
104663 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 C300 Cabriolet, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C300, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4Matic, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C43 AMG Coupe, C63 S AMG Cabriolet, C350e Plug-In Hybrid, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Coupe, C63 S AMG Coupe, C63 AMG, C63 S AMG, 2018-2019 GLC300 4Matic Coupe, GLC300, GLC63 AMG Coupe, GLC300 4Matic, GLC350e Plug-In Hybrid, GLC43 AMG Coupe, GLC43 AMG, GLC63 S AMG Coupe, and GLC63 AMG vehicles equipped with Audio 20 head units and automatic child seat recognition. The status of the passenger side air bag may not display correctly.
Risk: If the passenger air bag is incorrectly displayed as 'ON' when it is not, a front seat passenger may be unaware that the air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63
809 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 AMG Coupe, GLC63S AMG Coupe, and GLC63 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the frontal air bag may have a delayed deployment for certain unbelted front seat passengers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: A delay in the air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63
4702 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 and GLC300 4Matic, 2018 GLC350e and GLC63 AMG 4Matic and 2017-2018 GLC43 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The seat belt latch plates (the parts that insert into the buckles) for the outboard rear seats may retract into the interior paneling, preventing the occupants from being able to use the seat belts.
Risk: If the rear seat passengers cannot fasten their seat belts, they have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC63
121858 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Mercedes Benz USA LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 GLC43 AMG, 2016-2018 GLC300 4Matic, 2016-2018 GLC300, 2018 GLC63 AMG 4Matic, and 2018 GLC350e 4Matic vehicles. The seat belt latch plates (the parts that insert into the buckles) for the outboard rear seats may retract into the interior paneling, preventing the occupants from being able to use the seat belts.
Risk: If the rear seat passengers cannot fasten their seat belts, they have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.