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2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 engine problems

Owners reported engine problems in 28 complaints for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, 23% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.

At a glance

Complaints
28 23% of this year's complaints
Crashes and fires
0 and 1
Injuries and deaths
0 and 0

Source: NHTSA owner complaints

What the data shows

These complaints mention 1 fire.

What owners wrote

Tl* the contact owned a 2018 mercedes-benz glc300. While driving 55 MPH, the rear driver's side tire was punctured. The contact stated that the vehicle was equipped with 18 inch run flat tires. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road. After waiting approximately 70 minutes on the side of the road, the tire burst into flames. The contact was unable to provide the tire manufacturer, tire line, complete tire size, or DOT number.

Reported at 1,110 miles, May 2018 Fire

The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle started to hesitate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the vehicle also started shaking and vibrating with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact managed to pull the vehicle off the highway and had the vehicle towed to a dealer.

Reported at 9,200 miles, October 2023

Engine problems in other years

Engine problems across all Mercedes-Benz models