repaired · 2023 Q2
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. A transmission fluid leak can increase the risk of a fire.
2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK250Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK250, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-043 the manufacturer reports only 74% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 18, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Air bags
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Communication
Risk. An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
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repaired · 2019 Q4
Air bags: frontal
Risk. If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Steering
Risk. A loss of steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other GLK250 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the GLK250 median. How we score
'13'14'15
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK250, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What GLK250 owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V010000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. AN UNKNOWN MERCEDES DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V043000 (AIR BAGS). VONHOUSEN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP (1810 HOWE AVE, SACRAMENTO, CA 95825, [PHONE]) STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED.…
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