Suspension Related Problems of the 2014 Mercedes Benz GLK350

Table 1 shows one common suspension related problems of the 2014 Mercedes Benz GLK350.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Mercedes Benz GLK350

Problem Category Number of Problems
Suspension problems
3

Suspension problem #1

The contact owns a 2014 mercedes-benz Glk350. The contact stated that after reversing out of the garage, there was a large rust puddle near the rear passenger’s side of the vehicle. While the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormally loud clunking sound. The driver returned to the residence, and the contact also noticed the clunking sound as the driver was pulling into the driveway. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the rear coil spring had fractured in half. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was determined that the fractured rear coil spring had damaged the shock absorbers and other components. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered to schedule an appointment. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Suspension problem #2

The following are malfunctions that are a high risk when driving: •airbags •ball joints •coolant •control arms •electrical power system it is a risk when driving due to the ball joints and control arms not properly secured. Engine warning light.

Suspension problem #3

While turning my vehicle to the left or right, I hear a loud screeching noise on the street. I also feel as though there is a hesitation while excelerarting on the highway. The Glk350 2014 is on a c class frame which ii think is too small to carry all of the weight of the vehicle. This type of vehicle should have been on n eclass frame.


Suspension related problems in other Mercedes Benz GLK350 model year vehicles:



☘ GLK350 Service Bulletins
☤ GLK350 Defect Investigations