Mercedes-Benz GLK250 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 46 owner complaints and 8 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz GLK250, across 3 model years (2013–2015). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (21). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Mercedes-Benz GLK250 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No GLK250 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 GLK250: 21 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2015 GLK250: 19 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2013 GLK250: 6 complaints, 6 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes-Benz GLK250 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 24 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz GLK250 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 GLK250 | 19 | 5 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2014 GLK250 | 21 | 5 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2013 GLK250 | 6 | 6 | — | Unknown or Other |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz GLK250 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (21), 2015 (19), 2013 (6). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz GLK250?
Air Bags, with 24 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz GLK250 have?
8 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.