2025 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLC43 4matic
Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43: best and worst yearsMercedes-Benz
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Overview
- Body
- Small Station WagonsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Transmission
- Automatic 9-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Powertrain
- HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Fuel
- PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Engine & performance
- Cyl
- 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Aspiration
- TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Start-stop system
- YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Efficiency
- MPG Hwy
- 25 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- MPG City
- 19 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- MPG Comb
- 21 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Fuel $/yr
- $3,650EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- CO₂
- 423 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Eco Score
- 4/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Smog score
- 4/10
- Elec. Range
- 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- SmartWay certified
- No
Dimensions & capacity
- Pass. Vol
- 98 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Cargo Vol
- 24 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Safety NHTSA, model year
- Recalls
- 1
- Owner complaints
- 1
Feature availability
Comfort
- Heated rear seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
- Heated seatsStandard
- Heated steering wheelPackage only
- Leather seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
- Massaging seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
- Memory seatUnconfirmedPackage only
- Panoramic sunroofUnconfirmedPackage only
- Ventilated seatsPackage only
Audio
- Burmester audioPackage only
- Premium audio (any brand)Standard
Cameras & visibility
- 360 surround-view cameraPackage only
- Backup cameraStandard
- Head-up displayPackage only
- Parking sensorsStandard
Driver assist
- Adaptive cruise controlUnconfirmedPackage only
- Automatic emergency brakingStandard
- Blind-spot monitorStandard
- Lane-keeping assistUnconfirmedPackage only
Convenience
- Android AutoStandard
- Apple CarPlayStandard
- Keyless entryStandard
- Navigation systemStandard
- Power liftgateStandard
- Push-button startStandard
- Remote startUnconfirmedStandard
- Wireless Apple CarPlayStandard
- Wireless phone chargingStandard
Exterior
- Adaptive headlightsStandard
- Roof railsStandard
Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM33%
- ENGINE33%
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE33%
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 3 total.
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43: best and worst yearsKnown issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year
57 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year
May 29, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMLI00.20-P-077615
Complaint 1. "Perform vehicle handover" in the workshop menu to start the maintenance computer for service A/B cannot be carried out. 2. Service confirmation is not possible because "Perform vehicle handover" is displayed. This cannot be carried out. 3. The service display in the instrument cluster permanently displays 365 days (remaining time) and does not change. Cause Routine change in the software in N133/1 (instrument cluster) or A26/17 (MBUX multimedia system and instrument cluster (head u
May 22, 2026STEERINGLI46.15-P-070510
Complaint Noises from the area of the steering column. - Creaking - Squeaking - Chattering - Humming - Grinding Cause At present, there are no known noise problems with the steering column. Remedy Check surrounding area of the steering column for possible noises. • Instrument panel support • Steering column switch module NOTE: Occasionally to verify complaint, the steering column/vehicle needs to be in direct sunlight or hot conditions for a few hours. If noise only occurs when adjusting the ste
May 20, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMLI54.10-P-080602
Complaint 48V battery (A66) part numbers A 000 982 78 24, A 000 982 57 30, A 000 982 88 31, A 000 982 50 32, A 000 982 87 32) may trigger a fault message ("48 V Service Required" with fault codes P0ADA91, P0ADE91, P0AA100, P0ADD00 or P0AA000) in the instrument cluster. This fault message may prevent the 48 V battery contactors from opening automatically if the 12 V power supply is interrupted. In this case, the 48 V on-board electrical system, including connected components, remain energized. Ca
May 19, 2026SEATSLI91.10-P-076097
Complaint Play/noise at height adjuster or in seat guide rail on front seats Cause Tolerances and variations in the manufacturing process Remedy 1. Inspect Seat Height Adjuster Barcode Label (See Pic.1) • Locate the barcode label on the cross tube of the seat height adjuster. • In isolated cases, the barcode label may be located on the front side of the cross tube. If not visible, remove the seat cushion to access the label. 2. Evaluate Production Status If Production Status is LOWER than E108 #
May 15, 2026SEATSLI91.29-P-080554
Complaint One or more seat functions are restricted or inoperative. This may include: • Seat memory • Automatic seat adjustment • Easy Entry/Exit • Head restraint presetting • Collision avoidance with bench seat at rear • Actuation by other vehicle systems Seat normalization is missing, and fault code B228678 – “The control unit calibration has been lost or was not performed. Adaptation or adjustment is not correct.” is stored in the seat control unit. Additional fault codes may also be present.
May 12, 2026BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGSLI54.65-P-080132
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.
May 12, 2026SUSPENSIONLI33.20-P-078406
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 diagnosis. NOTE: Steering functionality is not affected. Cause Contact area between wheel bearing and steering knuckle. See also: LI35.30-P-058566 (Throttle Lift-Off Noise - Rear) LI33.30-P-056665 (Throttle
Apr 30, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMLI77.21-P-080503
Complaint The panoramic sliding sunroof operates in a stepped movement. The panoramic roof becomes denormalized without an apparent reason (not directly after control unit replacement). Automatic operation of the glass panel and roller sunblind is not possible; only tip‑mode operation is available. In combination with one, serval, or all of the following Fault Codes stored in the panoramic roof control unit (PSD, A98, TSSR254): • B184954 • B184955 • B1E7554 • B1E7555 Note: Please see LI77.21-P-0
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Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
Warranty manufacturer terms, by make
- Basic
- 4 yr / 50k mi
- Powertrain
- 4 yr / 50k mi
- Roadside assistance
- 4 yr / 50k mi
- EV battery
- 10 yr / 155k mi
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