2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250
Only 19 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 19 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 19 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
7 of 19 total reports mention: air bags.
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TAKATA RECALL FILING A COMPLAINT TO STATE THAT THE PROJECTED REPAIR DATE FOR MY VEHICLE IS IN AN UNREASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME. I WAS GIVEN THE DATE OF MAY 2020 FOR A FIX TO OUR VEHICLES ISSUE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190219
3 of 19 total reports mention: engine.
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The DEF exhaust system has failed. It was replaced before under a recall. The warranty was previously extended on the system but I am outside of the mileage window but inside of the time window.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250204
WHILE DRIVING ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY DURING RUSH HOUR MY MERCEDES GLK SUDDENLY SLOWED DOWN TO ABOUT 30MPH. THE CAR WAS UNRESPONSIVE AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. A .MESSAGE THAT SAID 'INOPERATIVE SEE OWNERS MANUAL' APPEARED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180316
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES BENZ GLK250. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER THREE TIMES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20151110
3 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system.
2 of 19 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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WHILE DRIVING ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY DURING RUSH HOUR MY MERCEDES GLK SUDDENLY SLOWED DOWN TO ABOUT 30MPH. THE CAR WAS UNRESPONSIVE AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. A .MESSAGE THAT SAID 'INOPERATIVE SEE OWNERS MANUAL' APPEARED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180316
2 of 19 total reports mention: steering.
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The steering adjustment moves in and out but will not move up or down. You can hear a clicking noise like itâs trying to move but nothing happens to the steering column.
NHTSA ODI report, 20251206
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 (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2015 E250 BlueTec vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to December 15, 2014, E250 BlueTec 4Matic vehicles manufactured November 4, 2014, December 17, 2014, GLK250 vehicles...
Remedy: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mercedes' number for this recall is 2015050005.
Campaign 15V351000 — 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
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V762000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V351000 (engine and engine cooling) 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 2015 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 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 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.