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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 201–223 of 223, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Jul 30, 2013–Jul 31, 2020.
Back to 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 problems & recallsThis archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.
NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.
NHTSA communication ID: 10179966
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional
Source components: COMMUNICATION · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10179966 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10178737
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MBUX multimedia system: "Favorites" and "Recent destinations" not available
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10178737 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10177569
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In XENTRY diagnosis, the message "MBUX multimedia system control unit is defective (hard drive, internal fault)" appears while attempting to communicate with the MBUX multimedia system (A26/17). Internal hard drive defect. Replacement of internal hard drive. The MBUX multimedia system (A26/17) hard drive is now available separately as a replacement part.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10177569 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10177565
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The mobile phone address book is not transferred completely to the multimedia system (COMAND or MBUX). In some cases, the call list shows just the telephone numbers but no names. The problem only occurs in conjunction with the iPhone and software version iOS 13.x.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10177565 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10177563
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During a phone call, the Bluetooth connection between the MBUX multimedia system (A26/17) and a paired mobile phone may be briefly lost. The mobile phone will then reconnect with no user input. Follow these steps as a temporary solution: - Deauthorize the affected mobile phone In the MBUX multimedia system (A26/17) via "Home" -> "Phone" - Reconnect the mobile phone to the MBUX multimedia system (A26/17) - Select "No" when the following prompt appears in the central display: "Do you want to authorize MercedesMe from ...."
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10177563 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10177561
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The check engine indicator light in the instrument cluster may be illuminated with one of the following fault codes: P261029, P02FF85, or P02FF02 stored in the engine control unit (N3/10). The time in instrument cluster is implausible due to an internal reset. If no other complaints exist then check for and perform any available software updates for the following control units: - Motor electronics (N3/10) - Powertrain control unit (N127) - Instrument cluster (A1) If all three control units have the latest software installed and the complaint continues to occur then proceed with replacement of the instrument cluster (A1) Should the complaint re-occur after the instrument cluster has been replaced then open a PTSS case with the following information: - Control units logs for the ME, PTCU, and IC - Initial quick test
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · ENGINE · EQUIPMENT · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
Source record 10177561 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10177551
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Fault code B223209 is logged as "stored" in the parking control unit.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10177551 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10176662
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Fault code B223209 is logged in the parking control unit
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10176662 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10176663
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Check engine indicator light active and fault code P261029/P02FF85/P02FF02 stored in engine control unit
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10176663 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10172683
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Information Label on Tire Sealant
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · TIRES.
Source record 10172683 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10171646
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Audible fan noise from area of center console
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10171646 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10170545
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
MBUX multimedia system: Mercedes-Benz service stations not available in Navigation menu
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10170545 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10169586
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
EASY-Pack liftgate does not fully open
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10169586 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10164807
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Assessment of actuating and operating noise from steering
Source components: STEERING.
Source record 10164807 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205242
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Navigation system permanently displays "Activating".
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10205242 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205240
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Reset the customer-specific data and perform a software update of the AUDIO20 control unit.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10205240 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205247
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Traffic information service and posibly the voice control, nonfunctional after navigation software update.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10205247 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205241
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Navigation system permanently displays "Activating".
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10205241 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205230
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
CD/DVD No longer ejected or drawn in.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10205230 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205252
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High voltage battery warning message in instrument cluster.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL.
Source record 10205252 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205154
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Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:SEALS/GASKETS · UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 10205154 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205222
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Operation complaints for LED headlamps.
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS.
Source record 10205222 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205214
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Noises when opening and closing automatic liftgate.
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE · STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE · STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID · UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 10205214 at NHTSA