| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Expensive Mercedes-Benz GLK repairs by problem area
Engine (55%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)
Brakes and Traction Control (12%)
Suspension and Steering (3%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (3%)
Chart based on 33 repairs.
Mercedes-Benz GLK repair cost distribution
$2500+ (42%)
$1000 - $2499 (58%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (0%)
< $100 (0%)
Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 4dr SUV
turbocharged 200hp 2.1L I4 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 65462 mi C $560 |
Throttle body seal leak and replaced |
| 76108 mi C $2524 |
NOX sensor defective. Two replaced |
| 55000 mi US $4000 |
emission system |
| 57000 mi US $4000 |
emission system |
| 72000 mi US $300 |
NEW BATTERY |
2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK 4dr SUV
turbocharged 200hp 2.1L I4 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 72000 mi US $1000 |
P20B9 code. Reductant heater A control circuit /open. P20B9code. Inline DEF heater |
| 77800 mi US $569 |
Replaced DEF fluid pump |
2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK 4dr SUV
turbocharged 200hp 2.1L I4 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 125860 mi C $1800 |
High pressure fuel line rupture. Parts was $400, 9 hours of labour to remove the intake manifold, associated items, replace fuel lines and reinstall Blind spot radar sensors replace with wiring harness Third new radar sensor installed after one of the replacements failed |
| 56420 mi C $4700 |
Replaced diesel NOx sensors (2), temperature sensor, adblue dosing valve. |
| 55180 mi C $1150 |
Radar unit rear right (inside bumper) failed - replaced new |
| 27900 mi C $1000 |
turbo hoses replaced |
| 56730 mi C $900 |
Discovered a faulty O2 sensor. After discovering it would cost nearly $1,000 after labour to fix I called MB head office to express my disappointment that such a part would last such a short time. MB agreed to cover the part despite no warranty! |
| 56730 mi C $1100 |
Soot particulate sensor |
| 58020 mi C $1100 |
Add blue delivery line with heating element both needed replacement. Drivers seat belt buckle lock would silently disengage seatbelt without warning WHILE DRIVING. A warning light did come up on the dash for the airbag which was diagnosed by the dealership. Exhaust pipe has rotted out beneath clamp and near engine block. The dealership has welded the exhaust pipe together as a temporary fix while requesting Germany to build a new exhaust pipe (front two sections). It should be here in approximately 2 - 4 weeks. |
2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK 4dr SUV
302-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 80000 mi US $1600 |
Driveshaft failed (was falling apart, per dealer). Was making a noise. |
2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK 4dr SUV
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 88000 mi US $1000 |
The steering wheel lock which unlocks when the key is initially insert into the dash. The motor for that steering wheel lock was faulty. Had to replace, and the labor to get to it was expensive The key receiver on the dash came apart and fell into the dash. |
2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK 4dr SUV
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 200 mi US $70000 |
front end |
2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK 4dr SUV
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 57660 mi C $500 |
Replace electric motor for drivers side window. |
| 68200 mi C $500 |
Replaced thermostat |
| 77500 mi C $2700 |
Timing chain replaced |
| 47120 mi C $5850 |
cluster, ABS ESC and pre safe functions unavailable. |
| 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) Hazard flasher works sporadically. Dealer said loose wire was repaired, but still not fixed. |
| 80500 mi US $150 |
Replace 4-way flasher switch |
| 83000 mi US $1600 |
Steering interlock failed - car would not start. Mercedes roadside tech was able to get around the interlock. At that point, it could have been driven indefinitely so long as the key was never taken out of the ignition. |
| 83300 mi US $1300 |
Replace crank position sensor Replace 2 evaporate control system valves |
| 111000 mi US $5000 |
Tie rods, bushings and misc suspension/steering parts. Also water pump, serp belt etc. Rebuilt ABS control unit, maintenance, misc gaskets |
| 75000 mi US $2000 |
Bad bearing, transmission replaced. MB covered parts, I paid labor. |
| 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). |
| 102000 mi US $118 |
front end alignment after hitting HUGE pothole |
| 114000 mi US $600 |
vibration when braking, replaced 2 control arms |
| 114000 mi US $600 |
replace another control arm |
| 16200 mi US $240 |
Battery wouldn't hold a charge |
| 28000 mi US $1200 |
Small leak in transfer case. The case was disassembled and new sealant applied. |
| 29000 mi US $1000 |
AC drain mount disconnected causing water damage to interior of vehicle. |
| 113200 mi US $160 |
Aging battery failed and needed replacement |
| 130000 mi US $2400 |
Intake runner flaps Motor mounts |
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