2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 vs 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 133 | 137 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 59 | 68 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,343 mi | 58,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz GLK350 | Mercedes-Benz GLK350 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 92 | 100 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 20 | 5 |
| Steering | 6 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 6 |
| Engine | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 3 |
| Structure | 3 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK350
2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.