repaired · 2021 Q1
Communication
Risk. An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 140 owner complaints about the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 12V-493 the manufacturer reports only 70% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 4, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 has problems
140 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
100Air bags3 crash/fire/injury
8Steering
7Electrical system
6Service brakes
5Power train
5Fuel/propulsion system
4Seats
4Engine
3Visibility/wiper
1710 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 100 | 3 |
| Steering | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 7 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 0 |
| Power train | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 0 |
| Seats | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 0 |
| 10 other systems | 17 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 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 · 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.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Air bags: frontal
Risk. If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
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repaired · 2018 Q3
Steering
Risk. A loss of steering can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Exterior lighting
Risk. The higher illumination level may cause glare to oncoming vehicles, increasing 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 GLK350 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 GLK350 median. How we score
'10'11'12'13'14'15
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What GLK350 owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
RECALL NO: 19V-868 | VIN: [XXX] | CASE #: [XXX] VEHICLE: 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 (X204) DESCRIPTION OF SAFETY PROBLEM: This complaint concerns a failure to adequately remedy NHTSA Recall 19V-868. Since [XXX], my vehicle has been grounded at Mercedes-Benz of Westmont. The dealer performed the…
Passenger head restraint exploded no accident no bump nothing !!! The car had just been in for service 2 months ago I have video saying excellent condition..11,500 miles only..I went to Mercedes they are charging me $900.00 for new headrest they said plastic parts broke cannot fix :(
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the driver’s side air bag needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
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