Recall 17V-715: 2017–2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43, 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 and 1 more

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Nov 14, 2017, covering about 9,379 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-715
Report date
Nov 14, 2017
Vehicles affected
9,379
Owners notified
Dec 8, 2017

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, and GLC43 AMG vehicles. The fixed panoramic sun roof frontal and side plastic panels may have insufficient bonding, allowing the panels to separate during vehicle operation.

The risk

If the sun roof panels detach from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash or injury for following traffic.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bonding on the sun roof panels, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017110009.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
ComponentVisibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V715000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC432017, 2018All years
Mercedes-Benz GLC 3002018All years
Mercedes-Benz GLC3002017All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 17V-715?

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, and GLC43 AMG vehicles. The fixed panoramic sun roof frontal and side plastic panels may have insufficient bonding, allowing the panels to separate during vehicle operation.

How is recall 17V-715 fixed?

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bonding on the sun roof panels, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017110009.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.