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Buying a used 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43? Check these 7 recalls first
Seven recalls, two of them high severity: a seat switch that can disable airbags in a crash, and a fuel pump that can fail and cause a loss of power. Headlights appear twice — failure from water intrusion, and an aim set too high, which can blind oncoming drivers — and exterior lighting also shows up among the six unverified NHTSA complaints, which are led by engine reports. Backup camera and emergency call recalls round out the list. No crashes, fires or injuries recorded.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Inspect both headlight housings for moisture or fogging and confirm the aim recall was completed.
- Verify the seat switch/airbag and fuel pump recalls by VIN before purchase.
- Ask about any stalling or sudden power loss and request engine service records.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz seat switch may disable airbags in crash | Seats | high |
| Mercedes-Benz fuel pump can fail and cause power loss | Fuel System, Gasoline | high |
| Mercedes-Benz emergency call system may report wrong crash location | Electrical System | medium |
| Mercedes-Benz Backup Camera May Go Black on Startup | Back Over Prevention | medium |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC headlights can fail from water intrusion | Exterior Lighting | medium |
| Mercedes-Benz emergency call system may stop working entirely | Electrical System | medium |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC headlights aimed too high, blinding drivers | Exterior Lighting | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
6 complaints filed for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | None found |
| Electrical System | 1 | Yes |
| Power Train | 1 | None found |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | Yes |
| Tires | 1 | None found |