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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN WDC0G4KB2JV105252 · Checked Sep 17, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 5

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WDC0G4KB2JV•••••• 2018 Mercedes-benz GLC 300

This build draws 1.8× more complaints than the average 2018 Mercedes-benz GLC 300 build (5 vs 3).

5on this build
84on the model
30builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reported Fuel/propulsion System 2 Engine 2 Structure 1 Electrical System 1

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Unknown Or Other crash Aug 2019
August 8, 2019 while parking my car in a gas station and going at a low rate of speed I experienced a sudden acceleration of my vehicle. I was unable to stop the car and as a result hit the side of a building. The car was towed and repaired. Mercedes corporate was notified and…
Electrical System Nov 2023
I brought my vehicle in to get serviced because the check engine light came on and I was told it was CODE PRESENT P0521E71 VALVE FOR CRANK CASE VENT. HAS MALFUNCTION / BLOCKED. I was told I have warranty on it so Mercedes of Massapequa took the car to fix.I was told the part was…
Engine May 2023
Code P052E---crankcase Vent Solenoid Valve issue---------common issue with this model----under 65,000 miles
Structure Mar 2023
Driving at 70MPH on interstate and glass on top of roof in front of sunroof became separated and flew off of car. Part appears to be named Cover OSR. Our safety was not at risk however part breaking off at highway speed could have caused accident for a vehicle behind us or…
Fuel/propulsion System Jan 2019
I was waiting at a red traffic signal on route 7 in leesburg, va and the vehicle was in eco mode with auto stop engaged. When the light changed to green I depressed the accelerator and the car immediately shut off and the gauges on the dash all lit. It took me three attempts but…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WDC0G4KB2JV105252 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.