2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 3%of 241 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 78,309miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the brakes of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK350, 3% of the 241 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 78,309 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Acceleration/brake issue. On 09/0517 I pulled into my parking lot apartment complex and upon pulling into my parking spot, I attempted to back my 2010 mercedes 2010 GLK350 to align my car. I put the vehicle in reverse, but suddenly the vehicle accelerated backwards and crashed into a parked vehicle. I attempted to apply the brakes, but the vehicle did not stop. Before the accident occurred on my dashboard it displayed check brake pads . I purchase this car on 08/16/17 and was informed that the vehicle has (2) safety recalls for 'takata airbags. …”
NHTSA complaint #11022316, filed 2017-09, 78,309 miles“After breaking hard the vehicle started to pull left and the rear felt like it had locked up. I took it immediately to my local mechanic who diagnosed a prematurely rotted out subframe. I am in the process of having MB review and quote for the repair.”
NHTSA complaint #11506087, filed 2023-02“I had my 2010 Mercedes GLK in for B service today (Jan. 3, 2023), and the repair team inspected the vehicle and informed me that I have a RUST HOLE approximately 1 x 2 in size located adjacent to an attachment point for the wheels in the REAR SUBFRAME. If it breaks, it could cause the vehicle to become difficult to control. Additionally, they informed me that the BRAKE LINES are also RUSTING/WEAKENING. If the brakes fail while driving it could cause loss of control of the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11499957, filed 2023-01“I took my MB in for service to have alternator replaced. After it was finished service did a multipoint inspection on vehicle and keep in mind I have had my car in for service before and if there had been a multi inspection wouldn't this have been seen before now? This report includes Rear sub Frame rusted & broke, rear brake lines rusted, fault code for intake manifold flap malfuntion, actuator arms broke, engine misfire on cylinders 3-5. Recommended Services is to replace transmission mounts, left engine mount, right engine mount, rear sub frame, rear brake llines, intake manifold. …”
NHTSA complaint #11488648, filed 2022-10“The contact owns a 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle in front of her stopped suddenly and the contact depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle jumped. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 119,973.”
NHTSA complaint #11468029, filed 2022-06, 119,973 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11038186Sep 22, 2026Complaint 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…
Brakes: other model years
Other parts of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK350
149 complaintsFuel system
30 complaintsSuspension
14 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsBody and structure
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK350
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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