2007 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 42,486miles, 4 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The part named most often is air bags, with 1 complaints (20% of the total), followed by electrical system (1) and suspension (1). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 50% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 42,486 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 33 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 4 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags1 20%
- Electrical system1 20%
- Suspension1 20%
Example complaints
Air bags: “Srs light came on .dealer said it is due to problem with airbag control and was a serious safety problem.I was then told it would cost me $975.00 plus tax to have it repaired. The car has less than 56000 miles .I would think the auto maker should be responsible for this type of safety problem. The light is called an srs light.”
NHTSA complaint #10456136, filed 2012-04, 54,973 milesElectrical system: “Mercedes gl-450 2007 engulfed in flames while parked in the garage running. Fire started from under the instrument panel and the car completely burned up within 10 minutes causing major damage to our condo.”
NHTSA complaint #10372465, filed 2010-12, 30,000 milesSuspension: “My vehicle has had the air suspension fail 3 times and been replaced along with the pump according to a safety bulletin. It has just failed again and is going into the shop again now with no warranty. The air shocks were just replaced in nov 2010 and 10,000 miles later they again are leaking and failing. This appears to be widespread and they also have issued service bulletins around the failure of this suspension. - please note your drop down for vehicle type does not allow the correct choice vehicle of gl450.”
NHTSA complaint #10407727, filed 2011-06, 6,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Problem accused suddenly with front axel . Call as many deal - used car repair centers they are surprised with the result never heard a mercedes to have this kind of issue specially 2007 auto gl350 . They were made very solid not soppiest to gcreate any issue . Even so I have extended used car repair warranty from the used car dealer where I bought the warranty from . All the dealer don't way to deal with the warranty repair . They want the money first then I should request the cost from the warranty company but that does not make sense . …”
NHTSA complaint #11176606, filed 2019-02, 116,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
50% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 30,000 and 54,973 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 33 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038186Sep 22, 2026Brakes. Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is…
- 11038217Sep 14, 2026Body and structure. Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even…
- 11036101Aug 6, 2026Body and structure. Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even…
- 11035005Jul 14, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound…
- 11031580Apr 16, 2026Exterior lighting. Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical…
- 11019018May 21, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa)…
- 11017500Apr 28, 2025Exterior lighting. Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging…
- 11017496Apr 28, 2025Exterior lighting. Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical…
- 11015640Mar 5, 2025Electrical system. Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or interference/background noises are audible to the called party during a call. It becomes…
- 11009122Oct 23, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Body and structure. Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump. 3.1. Distributor…
Other model years of the Mercedes-Benz GLK350
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 114 | 33,000 | 4 | — | 22 | 47 · Typical | Falling |
| 2014 | 104 | 38,000 | 5 | — | 22 | 55 · Typical | Stable |
| 2013 | 137 | 56,000 | 6 | — | 21 | 53 · Typical | Falling |
| 2012 | 167 | 44,630 | 4 | — | 18 | 29 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2011 | 133 | 65,786 | 4 | — | 18 | 26 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2010 | 241 | 71,000 | 5 | — | 18 | 85 · More | Falling |
| 2007 | 5 | 42,486 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Mercedes-Benz GLK350 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 1 complaints (20% of the total), followed by electrical system with 1.
Has the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 42,486 miles and the middle half falls between 30,000 and 54,973 miles; 50% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.