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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN WDC0G4KB3JV020811 · Checked Oct 14, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 4

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WDC0G4KB3JV•••••• 2018 Mercedes-benz GLC 300

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84on the model
30builds in total
Most reported Service Brakes 1 Engine 1 Seat Belts 1

What owners of this build wrote

Unknown Or Other Dec 2023
After seeing a warning light in my car's dashboard I took it in to be checked and learned the PCV intake hose had malfunctioned. This malfunction causes emissions dangerous to the environment and air quality. The condition was confirmed by an independent service center, a…
Seat Belts Jun 2023
Rear seat belt latch plates (both driver and passenger side) retracted into the rear side paneling behind the seat. Both seat belts are now unusable. Issue occurred after rear seats were folded flat and then returned to upright position. Vehicle does not have dynamic locking…
Engine Apr 2023
Positive crank case oil separator valve part # 274-090-56-00-80 failed error code- P052E caused check engine light. Had repaired today through warranty. Known issue for all Mercedes Benz. If paying out of pocket expect to spend 2,000
Service Brakes Nov 2017
A few weeks after I bought my vehicle the brakes started squeaking. I mentioned this to one of the service people and she suggested it might be a small stone. It continued to squeak and then it started screeching. People in the parking lot and at home asked me if I was really…

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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 WDC0G4KB3JV020811 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.