NHTSA Complaint #11696022 — 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC

STRUCTURE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11696022
Vehicle	2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC
Component	STRUCTURE
Date of Incident	October 28, 2025
Date Filed	October 28, 2025
Mileage	126,800 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CT

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in for routine maintenance, the mechanic discovered severe rusting and corrosion to the rear subframe of the vehicle, near the rear axle area. The cause of the failure was not yet determined, and the vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 126,800.

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