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In 2015, the Mercedes GLK model is equipped with run-flat tires instead of a spare tire. Having a spare tire in your car can be a lifesaver when you experience a flat tire while driving. It serves as your safety net, ready to be used when you need it most. Always having a spare tire in your vehicle is crucial. It not only saves you from the hassle of finding a tire shop in an emergency but also protects you from potential risks. Spare tires are designed to be compact and lightweight, making them easy to store until required without adding extra weight to your vehicle.
The 2015 Mercedes GLK is not equipped with a spare tire, however, it does feature run-flat tires.
I recently had the frustrating experience of getting a flat tire while driving my 2015 GLK in the middle of rural Texas. My situation took a turn for the worse as we waited for five hours in the pouring rain for a tow truck to arrive. I frantically contacted all nearby tire stores in a fifty-mile radius, and luckily managed to find a tire that would work for my car. When the assistance arrived, they attempted to inflate my "run-flat tire," but unfortunately, it couldn't hold the air. Additionally, the wheel lock was missing, causing further complications. With the appropriate tools, they were eventually able to remove the tire. Being stranded on the side of the road in the cold rain next to fast-moving trucks was a scary experience. I am now seeking a resolution to this tire issue, or I might consider selling the car. It's clear that run-flat tires don't always live up to their name!
Ernest, I’ve already replaced my tires once. I’m not sure if the new tires have gone flat or not.
In 2015, my Mercedes-Benz GLK350 does not come with run-flat tires, but it does have a small inflatable spare tire kit with a compressor located in the rear storage area.