2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK250
Only 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 19 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 21 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
15 of 21 total reports mention: air bags.
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TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V010000 (AIR BAGS).
NHTSA ODI report, 20190416
2 of 21 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
"SPONTANEOUS SUNROOF EXPLOSION" - MY 2013 MERCEDES GLK250 BLUETEC EXPERIENCED A SPONTANEOUS SUNROOF EXPLOSION WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160727
2 of 21 total reports mention: engine.
1 of 21 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes Benz GLK250. The contact stated while driving at a slow speed and seeking a parking spot, the vehicle accelerated independently and caused her to crash into a parked vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230109
1 of 21 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 E250 BlueTec, E250 BlueTec 4Matic, GLK250 4Matic BlueTec, and 2015 ML250 4Matic BlueTec vehicles manufactured February 28, 2014, to November 10, 2014.
Remedy: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Campaign 14V762000 — check if this car was fixed
Mercedes-Benz USA LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2014 C250, C300 4MATIC, GLK250 4MATIC BLUETEC and GLK350 vehicles, 2013 C250 Coupe, C350, C350 4MATIC Coupe, C350 Coupe and C63 AMG Coupe vehicles, and 2013-2015 GLK350 4MATIC vehicles.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering coupling connecting bolt, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Campaign 17V252000 — check if this car was fixed
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
Campaign 17V627000 — check if this car was fixed
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014 C250, C300 4Matic, C350, C63 AMG, E350 4Matic Coupe, E350 Cabrio, E350 Coupe, SLS AMG Cabrio, SLS AMG Coupe, 2014-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 4Matic Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, GLK 350, GLK250...
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Campaign 19V010000 — check if this car was fixed
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.
Campaign 19V787000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V762000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V252000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V627000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V010000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V787000 (communication) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK250?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 71% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.