2008 Mercedes Benz CLK Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other CLK years
- Not enough data 1st of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Mercedes Benz CLK. That is the most of any CLK model year in the database (10 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 25%), typically at around 51,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 4owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Mercedes Benz CLK problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 25% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 25% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 25% | 25,257 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 25% | 17,600 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 25% | 25,257 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 25% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 25% | 11,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Mercedes Benz CLK recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system
Problem: Mercedes-benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, my 2003 g-class, and my 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles. A software calibration number (scn) coding received on the affected vehicles during a recent workshop visit was incorrect. Depending on the model year and model affected, the results of an incorrect scn coding can affect a number of vehicle safety and emission functions including the following types of functions: (1) the fuel gauge readings may be incorrect; (2) a stuck fuel-level sensor may not be displayed in the instrument cluster; (3) the obd system may cause the check engine light to illuminate incorrectly; and, (4) the speedometer may be out of tolerance.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the electrical fuel pump may not receive a crash signal that is required for the fuel pump to disconnect and prevent future fuel delivery as designed.
Fix: Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. The recall began on august 30, 2008. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Loss of rear lighting assembly (EA13008) — opened Dec 20, 2013, closed May 12, 2014, led to recall 14V177000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The brake light on the trunk simply fell off. I have searched the internet and have found that there are at least 50 other owners that have experienced the same problem. This does not include those that simply just went ahead and got it fixed without posting it. This is a defect where the red lens…
I have sent a communication to mercedes-benz usa, llc on 7/15/2010, next day after my injury from one of the car's automatic feature (head rest automatically thrusts down when the lever is lifted and seat moves forward). It's a 2 door sports vehicle, so it will be always the action of the…
The driver's side floor mat pulled away from the anchor plug and keeps moving toward the gas and break peddles. I was told this was not covered under my warranty. I have not experienced any failures but because of talk of such a condition causing interference with a gas or break peddle i had to…
2008 clk 550 - transmission locked in drive, when shifter indicated that car was in park. We were advised that a shift linkage clip broke. The car drove uncontrolled into a low wall damaging the vehicle. Had this happened 5 minutes before in a hospital parking lot, this could have caused serious…
Other Mercedes Benz CLK years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 CLK | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 4 | 1 |
| 2007 CLK | 3 | 1 |
| 2006 CLK | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 CLK | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 CLK | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 CLK | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 CLK | 2 | 0 |
| 2000 CLK | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 CLK | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mercedes Benz CLK?
Owners most often report electrical system, exterior lighting, latches/locks/linkages problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Mercedes Benz CLK?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Mercedes Benz CLK a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CLK model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.