No complaints are listed for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC43.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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1 recalls.
Date: 2017-12-18. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 GLC300, GLC300 4MATIC and GLC43 4MATIC vehicles. These vehicles may have misadjusted headlights, possibly resulting in the low beam headlights insufficiently illuminating the roadway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, an (excerpt)
Consequence: An insufficiently illuminated roadway may increase the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamp adjustment, adjusting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 12, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
107 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 35 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 27 |
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| STEERING | 10 |
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 8 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 7 |
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| STRUCTURE | 7 |
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| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 |
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| ENGINE | 4 |
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11038186
Date: 2026-09-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while braking. Cause Although the cause of the vibra
11036101
Date: 2026-08-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. a ? If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary
11035005
Date: 2026-07-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eliminated by experimentally loosening the outboard collar n
11031580
Date: 2026-04-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in the housing cover, then the l
11028989
Date: 2026-02-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A leak test must be performed to determine i
11028809
Date: 2026-02-13. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain subject vehicles, the TIREFIT sealant bottle may not meet specifications. The possibility exists that the sealant bottle may leak or may have otherwise been removed from the vehicle. MBUSA will conduct a ser
11026611
Date: 2025-12-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Complaint 1. General Diagnostic Tips 2. One or More PARK Sensor Activations 3. Red Ring Around Vehicle 4. "Active Parking and Parking Assist Inoperative" on Instrument Cluster 5. Cameras 6. Other Park Topics Cause Various root causes Remedy See attached diagnostic guide.
11021108
Date: 2025-07-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements and/or Creaking/crackling noises from the area of the wheel bearing on the front axle when cornering/ maneuvering. Sound file attached for comparison. MUST match noise for proper diagnos
11018712
Date: 2025-05-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Complaint MBUX head unit display with red text box "System Inoperative". ONLY for vehicles with SA code (549+21U) or (549+U19). Cause Head unit software variant. Remedy For all chassis use Xentry to update head unit (A26/17). Target boot software number should be either: a ? 247 904 6600 (E905.4) OR
11018703
Date: 2025-05-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Complaint Load compartment cover generates a creaking noise during driving when pulled out to covering position. Cause Aluminum cassette scrapes on the inside of the end cap. The contact point causes creaking noises. Remedy Disassemble end caps of load compartment cover by pressing the guide pins (s