2015 Mercedes-Benz Glk250: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Glk250: 5 recalls, 19 owner complaints and up to 27 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #14V762000 · 2014 · 4,871 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, oil May leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area.
Why it matters: Leaking oil May drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, the leaking oil May be a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2014.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #15V351000 · 2015 · 814 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, oil May leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area.
Why it matters: Leaking oil May drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, the leaking oil May be a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2015.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V627000 · 2017 · 495,290 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling these vehicles: 2014-2018 cla250, cla250 4matic, cla45 amg 4matic, 2015-2018 gla250, gla250 4matic, gla45 amg 4matic, c300 4matic, c63s amg, 2012-2014 c250, c350, c300 4matic, e550 4matic, 2013-2014 c63 amg, 2012-2015 c250 coupe, c350 coupe, c63 amg coupe, 2013-2015 c350 4matic coupe, glk250 4matic bluetec, glk350, glk350 4matic, 2016-2017 c350e, c43 amg, 2015 c400…
Why it matters: If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017.
Airbags Vehicle recall #19V010000 · 2019 · 288,779 vehicles
What's wrong: " additionally, mbusa is recalling certain 2012-2014 c250, e350 4matic coupe, sls amg cabrio, 2012-2015 c250 coupe, c350 4matic coupe, c350 coupe, c63 amg coupe, 2011 c300, 2011-2014 c300 4matic, c350, c63 amg, e350 cabrio, e350 coupe, sls amg coupe, 2015-2016 e400 4matic coupe, e400 cabrio, e400 coupe, 2011-2016 e550 cabrio, e550 coupe, 2011-2015 glk350 4matic, glk350 rwd, and 2013-2015 glk250 bluetec 4matic…
Why it matters: An inflator explosion May result in sharp metal fragments striking the passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2019.
Communication Vehicle recall #19V787000 · 2019 · 24,226 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that May cause the date and time for the emergency call system (ecall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.NHTSA.gov/odi/rcl/2019/rmisc-19v787-4620.pdf
Why it matters: An inaccurate vehicle location May delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Mbusa has initiated an over the air (ota) remote update. Mbusa will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful ota or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (7): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz Glk250 has 19 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 3 Glk250 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 15). Complaints peaked in 2019 (7 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 39,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (21 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.1 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 24 | 32 | 27 | Diesel |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Glk250 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Glk250. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2015 Mercedes-Benz Glk250 problems?
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (7), engine (3), electrical (3).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Glk250 get?
EPA ratings run up to 27 mpg combined (2.1 L, Automatic 7-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Mercedes-Benz Glk250 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.