Base GLK 250 BlueTEC 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MATIC
2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class Recalls
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 21V539000
RECALL DATE: 2021-07-16
SUMMARY
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013 GLK250 vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder diesel engines. The incorrect type of transmission fluid filter and overflow pipe may have been installed during a service repair, which could result in a transmission fluid leak or control module failure.
CONSEQUENCES
A transmission fluid leak can increase the risk of a fire. In addition, a transmission control module failure could result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDY
Dealers will replace the overflow pipe and transmission fluid filter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
COMPONENT AFFECTED
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NOTES
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