The 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK has 145 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are air bags and steering. Owners most often flag high and unpredictable repair costs: very frequent mentions of expensive repairs for electronic modules, steering column locks, suspension components, and emissions systems, often exceeding $1,000 usd per incident.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK vehicles (US, public record).
Across the 4 GLK model years we track, complaint volume runs from 133 (2011) to 241 (2010). With 145 complaints, the 2013 GLK sits belowthe model's median of 171.
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.
Sentiment is mixed and heavily dependent on model year, engine choice, and maintenance history. The GLK is praised by a loyal owner base for its distinctive, boxy styling, comfortable and quiet ride quality, solid build quality from the…
Owner insights cover all generations of the GLK. See the full GLK owner picture and every model year.
Used GLK listings typically run $9,000–$13,245 across 2010 to 2015 model years.
Compare every GLK year side by side to see how 2013 ranks against the rest.