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2014 Mercedes-Benz Glk-Class recalls & complaints

126 owner complaints on file. Recall list must be checked by VIN (see below).
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Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-19. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.

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NHTSA files recalls for the Mercedes-Benz Glk-Class under individual trim or body names rather than "Glk-Class", so we can't match them automatically. Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the definitive list. The owner complaints below are matched correctly.

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA

126complaints
5crashes
1fires
6injuries
1deaths

Most complained-about parts: Airbags (78), Fuel system (8), Unknown Or Other (8), Brakes (8), Engine (6).

Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.

Read recent complaints (8)

08/06/2026 · Suspension
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact stated that after reversing out of the garage, there was a large rust puddle near the rear passenger’s side of the vehicle. While the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormally loud clunking sound. The driver returned to the residence, and the contact also noti…

07/15/2026 · Fuel system
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor inside and outside vehicle. The check engine, TPMS, and several other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mi…

05/29/2026 · Seats
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes Benz GLK. The contact stated he heating element burned through the front driver side seat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with an internal fault in the driver seat back heater; however the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was…

10/16/2025 · Fuel system
See attached document for complaint.

06/10/2025 · Steering
1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? -The entire electrical system failed and the power steering, SRS, and ABS systems malfunctioned. Yes, it’s available for inspection. 2. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? -Last night around 9 pm CST we crank the car and started to d…

01/25/2025 · Electrical system
On 1/17/25, I was on my commute to my office when I noted a very strong and unpleasant odor. Thinking it was from a truck in front of me, I passed the truck, cracked my passenger window and continued the short distance to my office. After work, when I returned to my car, I noted a hole burned through my driver's side leather seat. I didn't make the conne…

01/02/2025 · Seats
On January 01, 2025, I started my wife's car after adding coolant. I just want to warm it up since we did not use it in a couple of days. I activated the heated seat on the driver side where I was seated and was just looking at the dashboard. I felt something on back right side and thought that there was an insect bite. When I turned and look, I discovered…

10/31/2024 · Brakes
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact stated that the parking brake failed to engage as needed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for an inspection, and it was determined that the parking brake release had failed to snap upwards. The contact stated that the pedal was releasing slowly. The…

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