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2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC.
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 14 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 37, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about airbags, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 21 to 27 mpg combined. The best Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC year is 2011.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 125 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC year. 2014 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 13K to 72K miles on the car (46 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 3
- communication 2019
For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf.
- airbags 2019
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- airbags 2017
If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Mercedes-Benz told dealers about
Mercedes-Benz sent dealers 76 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Xentry (mercedes): due to an error in software door control unit, the active blind sport…
- Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural…
- Complaint Headlamps fogged or droplets forming
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenDesiccated air bag inflator rupture2021
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Fuel cost and engines
About $3500–3800 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.1L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl.
Quick answers
Is the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.7× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 37; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC year by this measure is 2011.
What are the most common 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are airbags (14%), body structure (14%) and speed control (14%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC have?
3 safety recalls (latest: communication). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC get?
21 to 27 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
At what mileage do 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 13,600 and 72,500 miles. The middle report was at 51,900 miles, from 46 complaints.
Does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 14% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC cost in fuel a year?
About $3500 to $3800 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC have?
2.1L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl.
What Mercedes-Benz GLK/GLC year is better than the 2014?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2011, 2012 and 2013.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works