The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class has 4 recalls, the most serious involving a wiring harness in the steering column that can chafe against the column adjustment and cause turn signals, the gear selector, electric power steering, or electronic stability control to fail.
The rear seating row also has a concern: the seatbelt latch plate for the outboard rear seats can slip into the gap between the C-pillar and rear side paneling, making it difficult for passengers to reach and fasten the belt, which raises the risk of injury in a crash. There is also a lighting issue on certain vehicles where the LED headlamps were set to an incorrect aim during manufacturing, which can reduce road illumination and visibility for oncoming drivers.
At a glance
What can fail
The seat belt latch plate in second-row outboard seats can retract into the gap between the C-pillar and side paneling, making it hard to reach and fasten.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a buffer element on the C-pillar paneling to prevent the latch plate from retracting.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The seat belt latch plate in the second row outboard seats can slip into the gap between the C-pillar and rear side paneling, making it hard for passengers to reach and fasten the seat belt.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a buffer element on the C-pillar paneling to prevent the latch plate from retracting into the gap.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
LED headlamps may be misaligned from manufacturing, causing them to not meet lighting standards. Misaimed headlamps reduce forward visibility at night, increasing crash risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect headlamp alignment and adjust as needed to meet standards.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The steering column switch wiring harness may be routed incorrectly, causing it to rub against the steering column adjustment. This can damage the harness and disable turn signals, gear selector, power steering, stability control, or cause engine stall or unintended airbag deployment.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the wiring harness, repair any damage, and reroute it to prevent rubbing.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
