general problems of the 2010 Mercedes Benz GLK350

15 problems related to other fuel system have been reported for the 2010 Mercedes Benz GLK350. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2010 Mercedes Benz GLK350 based on all problems reported for the 2010 GLK350.

1 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 01/03/2023

Gas leak when filling tank with fuel. Last year I had fuel pump replacement smells like gas in my garage and I noticed leak this is not good.

2 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 11/25/2022

Mold in a/c.

3 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 07/13/2022

Due to the same defect mercedes issued a recall for on the 2011 glk, the fuel and sender pumps cracked due to a product defect causing gasoline to leak out of the vehicle as well as into the vehicle. The leak is near the exhaust causing a high degree of risk for car fire. Online research reveals numerous 2010 glk owners with the same issue at various points in the life of the vehicle.

4 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 05/26/2022

When my child was riding in the same car with me, my car suddenly died due to all fuel leaked out. Our car ran out of gas because all fuel were leaked. We can smell gas inside the cabin. Initially I thought car died because we ran out of the gas. After receiving 2 gallon gasoline from the tow truck, we saw dripping gasoline from the bottom of the car when the car engine is on. I am glad it did not happen to me on the highway or there was no fire sparkles near by. My car is only 110k miles with no accident record. I do not expect a car has a defective hazard like this. People could be killed. We took the car to the dealership. Fuel pump assembly 221-470-17-90-28 and fuel filter unit221-470-17-90-28 will be replaced. Benz has recalled 2011 model. I have news below, " the specific models are the 2011-2012 c300, Glk350, e350, s400 hybrid, s550, s63 amg, cl550 and cl63 amg, but only those built from April 18, 2011, through July 12, 2011. Mercedes says there are some 5,800 vehicles affected by the latest recall in the u. S. The unit may crack when operated in high temperatures. This may cause fuel to leak, which could then cause a fire. " my question is, why my 2010 model was not recalled? they were using same parts. If my car's parts has the defect, which caused "fuel to leak, which could then cause a fi re. " for just under 110k miles, why NHTSA does not do anything to prevent this happen? if you search "fuel leaking benz" , you will see tons of consumer complains. I could have ended up die if I was not lucky. Fuel pump is a critical part, it should not drip gasoline. Can you force benz to take action before people died?.

5 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 09/18/2021

Two fuel tank leaks that are a fire hazard. First one was around fuel pump, cracks in plastic flange. Had repaired with a sealant. Recently another leak around the filler tube. Leak around passenger side rear wheel when filling tank. Strong smell of gasoline if not completely filled to cause leak. I would think a dangerous fire hazard. I see recalls for other year models, but not 2010, even though basically identical.

6 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 07/21/2021

String gas smell from under the car, found the fuel pump cover cracked and seal faulty.

7 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 04/30/2020

Lately, everytime I filled up the gas tank, I can smell gas from the rear left area. After some time when the tank is maybe a little over half the smell is gone. I assume there is a leak somewhere from the fill pipe to the tank. Maybe a bad rubber connector, gasket/seal failure? the vehicle has never been involved in any crash. Normal usage. Low mileage. Should this be covered by mb warranty at no cost to the owner? thank you.

8 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 12/01/2019

Every time I fill up my mercedes glk 350 with fuel there is a very strong odor of fuel in my garage after I park the car. There is no visible leak of fuel on the garage floor or notification of any issue on the dashboard. The strong fuel order goes away after driving the car and burning off a gallon or so. This is a serious safety and health issue that started few weeks ago and is of a big concern to me and to my family.

9 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 07/23/2019

On a hot humid day on July 21, 2019 after driving for 70 minutes of mostly highway mileage, there was a strong gas smell as I exited the driver's side door. My daughter exiting the rear passenger side door also noticed the intense smell of gasoline. The next day, I drove a short distance of 7 minutes and again I notice strong nauseating gas smell as I exited the car. Called the dealership and told to bring car in as soon as possible. I was informed that the fuel filter cracked. I researched the internet and noted that the 2011 and 2012 Glk350 models were on recall list; however the 2010 model was not! I was given an estimate of $1250 (labor and parts included) for the replacement of new fuel filter. I will upload receipts as soon as the job is completed (I am waiting for the work to be completed as I type this report).

10 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 08/16/2018

I pulled into my garage and noticed a strong smell of gas as soon as I got out of the car. After being in the house approximately 2 hours, the smell of gas filled the house. I pulled the vehicle out of the garage and it created a trail of gas inside the garage. Mbusa refused to cover the repair and also refused to disclose information related to this issue when I requested more information from the customer referral representative. I'm pretty sure it's not safe to just have fuel being trailed up and down highways and everyone is unaware. Hopefully they can be fined for endangering people.

11 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 08/16/2018

The vehicle leaks fuel at a steady rate.

12 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 08/23/2017

"gas leak and strong odor" have a gas leak with strong gas smell and mercedes states my VIN not part of their recall. This is absurb and such a slap in the face to all mercedes owners! we spend more than the average thinking we are getting quality, safety and reliability, but instead just the opposite. I am soooo disappointed is the way this is being handled and mercedes seems to think it's nothing. Our lives are at risk not to mention to health issues. I had to go to the er for an inhalation injury from this and all they can say is my VIN is not part of the recall. . . Wow. . Unbelievable.

13 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 12/02/2016

The contact owns a 2010 mercedes-benz Glk350. While driving 60 mph, fuel leaked from the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle leaked fuel onto the ground when parked. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,000.

14 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 06/19/2016

Very strong smelling fuel odor after everytime I fill it up with fuel. Yesterday 06/20/16 it starting leaking fuel. This has been going on since I bought it in November 2015. Car could be stationary or in motion and the smell of fuel is always there. Smells the worst when I fill it up. The actual leak prompted me to file this complaint.

15 Other Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2016

Extremely urgent safety warning! similar to the the passenger fuel filter extended warranty on the passenger side, the driver's side plastic fuel filter pump is obviously visably defective and forming a large crack, thereby leaking a significant amount gasoline into the back seat, with much also draining out the bottom of the vehicle. Additionally, the metal studs securing the filter are painted, making removal of the filter difficult without breaking the studs. No warning lamps or messages.



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