2012 Mercedes-Benz Glk350 4maticMercedes-benz Glk350 4matic 2012

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Glk350 4matic.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD .

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
Mercedes-BenzPremium
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
16 MPG21 - 22 MPG493.72 g/mile
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 2012 Mercedes-Benz Glk350 4matic?
     - The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Glk350 4matic has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 16 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 21 - 22 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Glk350 4matic?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Glk350 4matic can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Glk350 4matic?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Glk350 4matic is $3700.
  • Are there recalls for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Glk350 4matic?
     - There are 4 recall(s) for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Glk350 4matic, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 129230 [USA]: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 124960 [USA]: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 119172 [USA]: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 93889 [USA]: If the fuel filter flange cracks, it will leak fuel which may lead to a fire if an external ignition source is present.

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NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 7-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Glk350

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.5
    TransmissionAutomatic 7-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-8750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 116.5283
    City mpg for fuel type 1,16
    Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1,16.1041
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1,18.3757
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.5
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index802
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3700
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1,22.2038
    Vehicle record id31600
    Model name (carline)Glk350
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 7-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 119.8269
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 130.5994
    EPA vehicle size classSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-8750
    3-character manufacturer codeMBX
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Mon Sep 26 00:00:00 EDT 2016
  • Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Glk350 4matic

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.5
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI
    TransmissionAutomatic 7-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-8750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 116.5283
    City mpg for fuel type 1,16
    Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1,15.8071
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1,17.7857
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.5
    Drive axle type4-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index4
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3700
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1,20.9983
    Vehicle record id31534
    Model name (carline)Glk350 4matic
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 7-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 119.6057
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 129.1345
    EPA vehicle size classSport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-8750
    3-character manufacturer codeMBX
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Mon Sep 26 00:00:00 EDT 2016
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • NCU - 24240304 - STRUCTURE:BODY: As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleg
  • LI91.18-P-077075 - SEATS: Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.G. Seat bel
  • TakataRecall - AIR BAGS: Additional information around the recent recall announcement affecting approximately 705,983 mercedes-benz passenger vehicles involving takata driver-side airbags containing psdl-5 type inflators
  • RecallUpdate - AIR BAGS: Recall campaign announcement for takata driver airbags.
  • CL-ELWSubframe - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original new vehicle limited warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle reg
  • ELW-RearSubframe - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original new vehicle limited warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle reg
  • ELW-RearSubframe - STRUCTURE: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original new vehicle limited warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle rega
  • LI4245P073405 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL: After starting the engine, the instrument cluster shows the "ebd not available, diagnosis/test stand" message in yellow.
  • LI8870P056690 - VISIBILITY: Outside mirror fogged.
  • LI8285P055695 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The comand unit does not start or the display remains dark.
  • LI8285P053927 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: "metadata loss- please reimport all media data".
  • LI8270P055572 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely.
  • LI8210P0647661 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS: Headlamps fogged.
  • LI7240P056909 - VISIBILITY: Window lifter and outside mirror on passenger side malfunction after replacement of door control unit.
  • LI0702P0547173 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL: Ticking or pulsing noise from high-pressure pump and/or fuel injectors.
  • NCU - HVAC Warra - EQUIPMENT: To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleged mold and mildew type
  • LI47.20-P-054958 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Combination message: "clean fuel filter" is displayed. The fault code 162500 (water level message - bosch) or P226997 (water level message - delphi) or 171600 (filter load - bosch) is stored in the engine control unit.
  • LI27.50-P-056467 - POWER TRAIN: Shift quality complaints and/or automatic transmission in limp-home mode in combination with one or more of the following fault codes: P060600, P072200, P072300, P072364, P072900, P073000, P073100, P073200, P073300, P073400, P073500, P076F0
  • LI30.20-P-058689 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Esp warning message in instrument cluster. One of the fault codes C219700 or 630900 is logged in the esp control unit (n30/4).
  • LI82.30-P-058874 - VISIBILITY: Passenger side wiper arm strikes vent grille of water collector
  • S-SC- 2013090008 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This service campaign has been initiated because daimler ag (dag), the manufacturer of mercedes-benz vehicles, has determined that the mbrace software does not correspond to current production configuration. An authorized mercedes-benz deal
  • LI54.71-P-056477 - LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION: Blind spot assist inoperative.
  • LI07.07-P-058244 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up. The fault code (fc) P0101fa or P0101fb or P0101fc is logged in the engine control unit.
  • GI88.40-P-057430 - EQUIPMENT: Message in instrument cluster "distronic pluscurrently unavailable - see owner's manual"
  • C1A140101 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: This customer 1 action has been initiated because certain mbrace subscribers were recently contacted by mbrace informing them that they need to have an i-button call performed to ensure their mbrace device has registered with the verizon
  • LI05.10-P-049909 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine noises after engine start
  • LI07.08-P-060993 - ENGINE (PWS): Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up in instrument cluster, fault code U145400: "implausible data were received from the ethanol sensor"
  • LI46-35P059241 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL: Xentry (mercedes): after engine has started, several issues occurs, an acoustic warning sounds is heard, the instrument cluster displays warning message power steering malfunction, service required. Steering system is sluggish. Model 117
  • LI-30-20P058689 - ENGINE (PWS): Xentry (mercedes): in the instrument cluster, an esp warning due to implausible accelerator pedal signal received from engine control unit. Model 2012 172, 212, 218, 207, 204. *pe
  • LI54-15-P057373 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS: Xentry (mercedes): the fuse and relay boxes (srb) in engine compartment or rear compartment has a malfunction and disruptions to communication paths causing a no start in vehicle. Model 2012-2013 204, 207, 212, 218, 231, 246, 176, 117, 1
  • SC-2012070005A - TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE: Mercedes: the information, on some vehicles, regarding spare tire size on the b-pillar tire pressure label, is incorrect and needs to be checked and if necessary, replaced. Model 204 (c and glk 250, 350,300, 63).
  • SC-2013010003 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Mercedes: due to production issue, the seam seal will be applied to both the right and left rocker panels, that were missing. Models 2012 204 (glk350). *pe
  • LI18-30P-054921 - ENGINE (PWS): Mercedes (xentry): when engine switches to unit protection function (limp-home mode), set too conservatively, causes vehicle to have reduced or no power, intermittently, and software needs to be updated. Model 204. No model years listed
  • LI54-10-P054089 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: Xentry (mercedes): after ignition is off, rotary light switch sends wrong signal due to battery discharged and vehicle not starting. Model e350,550,63, c300,350,63,250, glk350. No model years listed. *pe
  • LI80-57-P051521 - STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE: Xentry (mercedes): an internal issue with electronic steering lock is causing a failure of no cranking, intermittent no crank or no start and warning icons will not illuminate in icm. Model glk350, e350, 550. No model years listed.
  • SB-2012080001 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION: Mercedes: due to having engine misfire and high primary current from uncontrolled charging and discharging of ignition coils, the eight ignition coils will be replaced. Models 2012 204. *pe
Known Recall Investigations
  • Desiccated air bag inflator rupture investigation # EA21002

    From 2000 through 2017, takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("psan") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004l. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 blomquist report at www.Nhtsa.Gov/sites/nhtsa.Gov/files/documents/expert_report-hrblomquist.Pdf.Consequently, all frontal inflators using propellant 2004 that do not contain a "desiccant" (a substance that traps and holds moisture) in us vehicles are under recall. These "non-desiccated" inflators either have been or are required to be replaced.In some cases, the remedy part for these recalled inflators was, or will be, an inflator using either propellant 2004 or 2004l that does contain a desiccant. None of these "desiccated" remedy parts (which were installed in older model year vehicles) are currently under recall for a degradation concern. Certain subsets of desiccated psan inflators using propellant 2004 for use as original equipment, however, have been recalled for a degradation concern. All takata inflators produced with propellant 2004l contain desiccant, and none of these desiccated inflators using propellant 2004l are under recall for a degradation concern. There have been no reported field ruptures in any non-recalled desiccated psan inflators.It is understood that desiccants fully saturate at some threshold, at which point any additional moisture will not be captured. This means the degradation process observed in non-desiccated inflators using propellant 2004 may also occur in non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004, assuming additional moisture enters the inflator and high temperature cycling occurs. Based on available information, desiccant saturation can occur within the first five years in the worst environments, and the time required for full saturation is affected by multiple factors. While no present safety risk has been identified, further work is needed to evaluate the future risk of non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004.Three entities -- takata (now known as tk global), the independent testing coalition, and exponent -- have been studying the long-term behavior of takata desiccated psan inflators using propellant 2004l (as well as 2004) in the presence of moisture and temperature cycling. The research efforts, which include development of predictive modeling techniques and field sample analysis, are ongoing. To date, none of the researchers have identified field evidence showing that propellant 2004l is undergoing a degradation process that leads to aggressive deployment and potential rupture. However, the time in service of such inflators remains short compared to that of the inflators using propellant 2004. Further study is needed to assess the long-term safety of desiccated inflators using propellant 2004l.The office of defects investigation is opening this investigation to examine whether a safety defect related to propellant degradation exists in non-recalled desiccated psan frontal inflators manufactured by takata. This investigation will require extensive information on takata production processes and surveys of inflators in the field. Lists of recall actions that may have used desiccated psan inflators as remedy parts, as well as the makes and models originally manufactured with them, is available with the downloadable version of this document (see nhtsa.Gov/recalls?Nhtsaid=ea21002 -- note this information is subject to change/revision as the investigation proceeds). This investigation does not supersede ea15-001, which remains open.

Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20210609

Excessive fuel fume/smell inside the cabin and outside of the car particularly on full tank. Stabilizer bar links producing drive instability.

NoNoN NoneNone20210122

I was driving on i35 at the speed limit when i heard a loud pop overhead. I was not sure what it was, wondered if it was gun fire. A few days later when i got in my vehicle, and the sun was out, i was closing the sunroof cover when i noticed that the glass was shattered, pieces of glass were everwhere and began falling with the movement of the cover. It is extremely dangerous as shreds of glass are everywhere.

NoNoN NoneNone20210121

I was driving on i35 at the speed limit when i heard a loud pop overhead. I was not sure what it was, wondered if it was gun fire. A few days later when i got in my vehicle, and the sun was out, i was closing the sunroof cover when i noticed that the glass was shattered, pieces of glass were everwhere and began falling with the movement of the cover. It is extremely dangerous as shreds of glass are everywhere.

NoNoN NoneNone20201223

Strong fuel/gas smell notice everytime fuel tank filled up, strong gas smell or odor notice inside the cabin and outside for days or until fuel used and go down to certain level. Also notice leaking on the wiper fluid tank/reservoir when filling up.

NoNoN NoneNone20201222

Strong fuel/gas smell notice everytime fuel tank filled up, strong gas smell or odor notice inside the cabin and outside for days or until fuel used and go down to certain level. Also notice leaking on the wiper fluid tank/reservoir when filling up.

NoNoN NoneNone20201020

Car shuttered when accelerating , vibrates when at stop lights. Got inspection torque converter clutch slipping dealership recommend transmission replacement based on mileage 150k. Oil cooler leaking, centrifuge leaking, motor mounts collapsed. Mb is aware of issue, but only want to address certain vins. Mb corp suggested i contact the dealership to get corrected only assistance they offered incentive buy a new car. Seen many service bulletins on this issue.

NoNoN NoneNone20201019

Car shuttered when accelerating , vibrates when at stop lights. Got inspection torque converter clutch slipping dealership recommend transmission replacement based on mileage 150k. Oil cooler leaking, centrifuge leaking, motor mounts collapsed. Mb is aware of issue, but only want to address certain vins. Mb corp suggested i contact the dealership to get corrected only assistance they offered incentive buy a new car. Seen many service bulletins on this issue.

NoNoN NoneNone20200609

This is a health and safety issue regarding my car. There is mold build up in the ac system, which is a health and safety and environmental issue, this car is dangerous to the health if my family, especially to my son with asthma. Mold causes many health problems, and this car should not be driven. There is a class action lawsuit against the manufacturer but the dealer said they cant do anything about it right now to fix the problem. So our health is at risk everytime we get into the car. I can't afford to buy a new car. Getting a different car isn't an option unless this one can be bought back. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20200608

This is a health and safety issue regarding my car. There is mold build up in the ac system, which is a health and safety and environmental issue, this car is dangerous to the health if my family, especially to my son with asthma. Mold causes many health problems, and this car should not be driven. There is a class action lawsuit against the manufacturer but the dealer said they cant do anything about it right now to fix the problem. So our health is at risk everytime we get into the car. I can't afford to buy a new car. Getting a different car isn't an option unless this one can be bought back. *tr

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Common OBD-II Error Codes
  • P2269 [1] Water in Fuel Condition
  • P0722 [1] Output Speed Sensor No Signal
  • P0723 [1] Output Speed Sensor Intermittent
  • P0729 [1] Gear 6 Incorrect Ratio
  • P0730 [1] Incorrect Gear Ratio
  • P0731 [1] Gear I Incorrect ratio
  • P0732 [1] Gear 2 Incorrect ratio
  • P0733 [1] Gear 3 Incorrect ratio
  • P0734 [1] Gear 4 Incorrect ratio
  • P0735 [1] Gear 5 Incorrect ratio
  • P076F [1] Gear 7 Incorrect Ratio
  • P0606 [1] PCM Processor Fault
  • C2197 [1] C2197
  • P0101 [1] Mass or Volume Air Flow "A" Circuit Range/Performance Problem
  • U1454 [1] U1454

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