How many fuel system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz Glk350?

NHTSA lists 30 Fuel System complaints for the 2010 Glk350, which makes up 12% of the 241 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 Glk350 fuel system?

No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for this fuel system issue on the 2010 Glk350.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2010 Glk350 is 88,287 miles.

Are the fuel leaks dangerous?

NHTSA data tied to this complaint area for the 2010 Glk350 includes 1 fire, 1 crash, and 3 injuries, so owners describe the leaks as a real safety concern.

Does the fuel system problem get worse in later Glk350 model years?

Complaint counts drop in later years: 21 for 2011, 13 for 2012, 8 for 2013, 8 for 2014, and 6 for 2015, compared to 30 for 2010.

2010 Mercedes-Benz Glk350 Fuel System Problems

NHTSA received 30 Fuel System complaints for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz Glk350, 12% of all complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 88,287. There is 1 reported fire and 1 crash tied to this area, and no related recalls are listed in NHTSA data.

Fuel System complaints: 30; 12% of 241 complaints
All complaints this year: 241
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 88,287 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners report fuel leaking or dripping from underneath the vehicle shortly after filling the tank.
A strong fuel odor is reported inside the cabin and garage, sometimes described as giving headaches, even without a visible leak.
Several owners describe a cracked or split plastic fuel tank seam identified by a mechanic or dealer as the leak source.
Some complaints describe fuel spilling from the fuel pump into the cabin area under the front seats.
One owner reported a fire that started near the gas tank area after a rear-end collision.

When 2010 Mercedes-Benz Glk350 fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 13, 2015, latest Sep 26, 2024.

30 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2015 to Sep 2024; peak Aug 2018 (4).

Fuel System recalls for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz Glk350

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Fuel System complaints by Glk350 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20060 (0%)
20070 (0%)
20080 (0%)
201030 (12%)
201121 (16%)
201213 (8%)
20138 (6%)
20148 (8%)
20156 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz Glk350?: NHTSA lists 30 Fuel System complaints for the 2010 Glk350, which makes up 12% of the 241 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 Glk350 fuel system?: No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for this fuel system issue on the 2010 Glk350.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2010 Glk350 is 88,287 miles.
Are the fuel leaks dangerous?: NHTSA data tied to this complaint area for the 2010 Glk350 includes 1 fire, 1 crash, and 3 injuries, so owners describe the leaks as a real safety concern.
Does the fuel system problem get worse in later Glk350 model years?: Complaint counts drop in later years: 21 for 2011, 13 for 2012, 8 for 2013, 8 for 2014, and 6 for 2015, compared to 30 for 2010.