2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
59 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
10,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2022 model year. Data snapshot: . 7 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Steering is the most frequently named component, appearing in 14 of 59 complaints (23.7%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Steering behavior | 16 | 27.1% |
| Fuel system concerns | 5 | 8.5% |
| Braking behavior | 3 | 5.1% |
| Transmission and shifting | 2 | 3.4% |
| Engine operation | 2 | 3.4% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 2 | 3.4% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Steering | 14 |
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 |
| Engine | 10 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 |
| Unknown Or Other | 7 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
Steering: 14; Electrical System: 12; Fuel/Propulsion System: 12; Engine: 10; Fuel System, Gasoline: 8; Unknown Or Other: 7; Power Train: 4; Service Brakes: 4
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 5 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 2 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 5; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 2; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (5). 52 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 16 |
| 2026 | 12 |
2021: 1; 2022: 6; 2023: 19; 2024: 5; 2025: 16; 2026: 12
Pattern summary
Steering leads the component reports. Steering behavior appears in 16 complaint narratives. Fuel system concerns appears in 5 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 3 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11445381 · 2021-12-29 (December 29, 2021)
When driving at 40 to 60 MPH and hit shallow pot hole or bump in the road the front wheels violently shake and the steering wheel (electric steering) violently vibrates for 5 to 8 seconds. Dealer checked the vehicle and claims there is nothing wrong with it but did turn off the "attention assist" setting from sensitive setting claiming it was the cause. The issue still exists but not as violent. I'm concerned of loosing control of the car/my safety. FYI: never experienced this issue with my previous car (same car two years older ,2020 GLC 300).…
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Owner report 11463692 · 2022-05-06 (May 6, 2022)
Driving on uneven surfaces the steering wheel start shaking and vibrating including the car body.
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Owner report 11540317 · 2023-08-23 (August 23, 2023)
vehicle was recalled for replacement of fuel pump. NHTSA Recall ID 23V445. Mercedes Benz and authorized dealer are unable to repair car at this time. There is a danger of the car losing power and a risk of crash or injury.
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Owner report 11568921 · 2024-01-30 (January 30, 2024)
After fuel pump recall replacement, engine stopped on the highway with OBD message of low fuel pressure.
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Owner report 11742050 · 2026-06-04 (June 4, 2026)
My vehicle got stuck on a EPB(electronic parking brake) and I was unable to disengage it. I tried a few things and none worked. I contacted Mercedes to tow it to the dealer and the tow truck came and driver had to “drag” my vehicle on to the flatbed. My car has been at Mercedes for 5 days now and they gave me a response saying that they are having a hard time trying to disengage the EPB. I’m aware of a EPB recall but my model is specified as being a part of it, however the issue is closely related to the recall so please take further interest i…
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Owner report 11748161 · 2026-07-03 (July 3, 2026)
While driving down a busy neighborhood street 2 lanes with cars on both sides making it a 1 lane road pulled over to the side a little to let cars pass. All of a sudden ALL electrical and engine stopped and turned off. Only thing that was powered was instrument cluster with multiple warnings like SRS Malfunction, Steering Malfunction, SOS Inoperative, Parking Brake and more. We believe the car had also shifted to park on its own. No power to anything not even hazard lights. Nothing electrical had any sort of power. Could not even turn car off…
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Owner report 11698047 · 2025-11-06 (November 6, 2025)
The rearview camera on my vehicle intermittently fails to function for unknown reasons, and the problem has recently become more frequent. For example, it may work normally when I first start the car in the morning and back out of my parking spot, but later the same day, such as when I arrive at work, the camera stops working completely. The display stays black and does not recover even after shifting between gears or restarting the system. After parking and locking the car for a while, the camera may start working again without any clear reason.…
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Owner report 11705704 · 2025-12-17 (December 17, 2025)
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. There was a misfire coming from the engine, and the vehicle lost motive power. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with spark plug failures, coils, and the transmission needed to be flushed. The vehicle was taken to an alternate dealer where the spark plugs and coils …
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Owner report 11558704 · 2023-12-06 (December 6, 2023)
The contact owned a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the steering wheel lurched to the right direction. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the front passenger side of her vehicle crashed into a parked vehicle hitting the left passenger door and tire wheel. The contact stated that the vehicle stopped and the engine stalled. The contact stated she had to kick the driver's side window out to exit the vehicle. The contact later saw that she had bruising on bo…
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Owner report 11694859 · 2025-10-21 (October 21, 2025)
Multiple loss of power incidents while driving both on surface streets and highways. Causes vehicle to loss acceleration power, vehicle must be pulled over, shut down and restarted to regain power.
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Owner report 11736466 · 2026-05-08 (May 8, 2026)
Low coolant warning came on. Battery car didn’t start , had it jump. Low coolant warning came on again. Passenger seat belt warning is on.
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