Safety & Security
Wherever you seek adventure in a GLK-Class, you travel with a legion of reinforcements and a legacy of safety innovation. Nine standard air bags and an army of advanced safety systems are wrapped in a high-strength steel body - all ready to respond as an integrated system of protection. And while its engineering is on the cutting edge, its survival instincts have been honed for generations. After all, it's a Mercedes-Benz - the pioneers of the crumple zone, Electronic Stability Program, adaptive brakes, and countless preparations for when misadventure seeks you.
High-strength body. Approximately 70% of the GLK-Class body structure is made from ultra-high-strength steel. Advanced crumple zones, two steel beams in each door, and a rigid cabin shell help to divert impact energy over, under and around the occupants.
Advanced restraints. Nine standard air bags in the GLK-Class offer 11-way protection. Innovative pelvic air bags complement the front-seat side-impact air bags, and a driver's knee air bag augments dual-stage front air bags. Side curtain air bags are provided at all four outboard seating positions, along with seat-belt Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) and belt-force limiters. In a rear impact, NECK-PRO active front head restraints help to prevent whiplash.
Post-collision response. In the event that an air bag or seat-belt ETD deploys, the optional Mercedes-Benz mbrace™ system includes Automatic Collision Notification, which initiates a call to our 24-hour emergency response center - even if you can't. In addition, the GLK will automatically shut off its engine and fuel supply, turn on some cabin lights and the hazard flashers, partially open the windows to help ventilate the cabin, and unlock its doors to assist rescuers.
Emergency-sensing. Two safety systems originally introduced to the automotive world by Mercedes-Benz help you avoid potential collisions. ESP,® our Electronic Stability Program, monitors the vehicle's response to driving inputs such as steering and braking, and responds to help keep it on course during evasive maneuvers. And Brake Assist can apply full braking pressure if it detects an emergency braking situation by the speed at which the driver steps on the brake pedal - potentially shortening your stopping distance.