Mercedes-Benz GLK350 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 904 owner complaints and 12 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz GLK350, across 9 model years (2006–2015). The 2010 model year has the most complaints (241). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Mercedes-Benz GLK350 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GLK350 year: 2010. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2010 GLK350: 241 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2012 GLK350: 167 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2013 GLK350: 137 complaints, 6 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2008 GLK350: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2006 GLK350: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2007 GLK350: 5 complaints, 0 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 GLK350 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags problems | 620 | 7 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 72 | 6 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 36 | 8 | 4 |
| Steering | 34 | 6 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 31 | 6 | 7 |
| Structure | 27 | 7 | 6 |
| Suspension | 25 | 6 | 1 |
| Power Train | 22 | 7 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 | 6 | 12 |
| Engine | 19 | 6 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 16 | 6 | 1 |
| Seats | 12 | 5 | 0 |
| Wheels | 10 | 5 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 8 | 3 | 2 |
| Tires | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Visibility | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Mercedes-Benz GLK350 problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
All Mercedes-Benz GLK350 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 GLK350 | 114 | 4 | — | Air Bags | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2014 GLK350 | 104 | 5 | — | Air Bags | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2013 GLK350 | 137 | 6 | — | Air Bags | More complaints than other years |
| 2012 GLK350 | 167 | 4 | — | Air Bags | More complaints than other years |
| 2011 GLK350 | 133 | 4 | — | Air Bags | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2010 GLK350 | 241 | 5 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2008 GLK350 | 1 | 0 | — | Equipment | |
| 2007 GLK350 | 5 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2006 GLK350 | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz GLK350 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2010 (241) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GLK350 year. 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 GLK350?
Air Bags, with 620 complaints across 7 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz GLK350 have?
12 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.