| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK repairs by problem area
Engine (25%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (6%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (40%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)
Other (10%)
Chart based on 134 repairs.
2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (5%)
$1000 - $2499 (14%)
$500 - $999 (18%)
$100 - $499 (9%)
< $100 (55%)
Chart based on 22 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK 4dr SUV
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 12000 mi | Replaced thermostat |
| 33000 mi US $500 |
Engine check light on |
| 51400 mi | Engine check light on intermittently - cold air handling unit sensor was replaced. |
| 55100 mi | Mas air handling unit was replaced following chronic intermittent malfunction. Fourth attempt to fix this problem, now repaired. |
| 21000 mi | Engine malfunction light on. Cylinders 4 & 5 misfired and engine heaved and rumbled. Taken to dealer who cleared faults and said is was a fuel problem. |
| 15000 mi | Vibration noise heard when engine in idle. R&R all three engine panels. Replaced both front engine mounts. |
2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK 4dr SUV
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 44020 mi C $618 |
CEL came on took it to the dealer.Thermastat not operating right,Temp gauge stopping at 80 instead of 90.So new thermostat,belt,anti-freeze.$618.00 Canadian.Now gauge stops at 90. |
| 51460 mi | Serpentine belt tensioner making noise repaired at no cost |
| 80000 mi US $400 |
Coil replaced cylinder 5 |
| 95000 mi US $1100 |
Needed thermostat replaced, non-oem part did not fix the issue. Return to shop for new OEM part. Also 4 new tires and brakes (rotors and pads). |
| 130000 mi US $2400 |
Intake runner flaps Motor mounts |
| 78120 mi C $200 |
The thermostat for the coolant was jammed. |
| 30000 mi | Check engine light on. Software upgrade required. |
| 30000 mi | Small oil leak from main seal |
| 44720 mi | Replaced faulty thermostat |
| 7000 mi | Check engine light came on - took to nearest dealer. Diagnostics ran, air flow sensor called out. Sensor tested and passed electrical test so it was reinstalled. Started car this afternoon, light came back on, made service appointment for next week. Dropped GLK off. Dealer ran diagnostics again - same sensor called out. Part replaced, problem solved. |
| 21740 mi | Engine light went on and car started shaking. |
| 50000 mi | Slightly noisy serp belt tensioner. Replaced under warranty. (Noticed in complimentary dealer inspection prior to warranty expiration.) |
| 60000 mi US $750 |
Replace 2 engine mounts and 1 transmission mount. Dealer messed up diagnosis a year ago, meaning that repair occurred out of warranty. MBZ paid for half (I.e., we both paid $750) |
| 83300 mi US $1300 |
Replace crank position sensor Replace 2 evaporate control system valves |
| 15000 mi | Ambient sensor was cracked allowing moisture to get in. Replaced ambient sensor. Growling noise while stationary in drive. Replaced engine mounts. |
| 68200 mi C $500 |
Replaced thermostat |
| 77500 mi C $2700 |
Timing chain replaced |
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