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2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK: common problems and reliability
An average GLK year.
134 owner complaints, most about air bags. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2011 GLK?The 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK has 134 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are air bags and fuel/propulsion system.
Safety record for the 2011 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other GLK years only. How we score it
Is 2011 a good year for the GLK?
Across the 6 GLK model years we track, complaint volume runs from 126 (2014) to 241 (2010). With 134 complaints, the 2011 GLK sits about the same as the model's median of 146.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is mixed and heavily dependent on model year, engine choice, and maintenance history.
Owner insights cover all generations of the GLK. See the full GLK owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used GLK listings typically run $9,000–$13,245 across 2010 to 2015 model years.
Other GLK model years
Compare every GLK year side by side to see how 2011 ranks against the rest.
Compare the GLK against its rivals
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