2007 Mercedes Benz CLK350 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 24, 2025 · 42 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other CLK350 years
Far more complaints than other years 1st of 5 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Mercedes Benz CLK350. That is the most of any CLK350 model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (13 complaints, 31%), typically at around 66,000 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2007 Mercedes Benz CLK350 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel/propulsion System13 · ~66,000 mi
Air Bags7 · ~96,120 mi
Power Train6 · ~56,188 mi
Electrical System4 · ~64,200 mi
Engine4 · ~91,700 mi
Vehicle Speed Control4 · ~111,595 mi
Structure2
Visibility2 · ~200,835 mi
Exterior Lighting1 · ~49,000 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~66,400 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel/propulsion System1331%66,000——
Air Bags717%96,120——
Power Train614%56,188——
Electrical System410%64,200——
Engine410%91,700——
Vehicle Speed Control410%111,595——
Structure25%———
Visibility25%200,835——
Exterior Lighting12%49,000——
Fuel System, Gasoline12%66,400——
Seat Belts12%———
Seats12%5,500——
Tires12%94,435——
Unknown or Other12%120,000——
Visibility/wiper12%155,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2020, with 9 complaints
2007: 1200712010: 1201012011: 1201112012: 2201222013: 2201322014: 4201442015: 6201562016: 4201642017: 4201742018: 3201832020: 9202092021: 2202122023: 2202322025: 120251

n = 42 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2007 Mercedes Benz CLK350 recalls (4)

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Visibility:sun/moon roof assemblyNov 19, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V874000 · 33,456 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.

Risk: A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 22V-954. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120001/2/3.

Visibility:sun/moon roof assemblyDec 23, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V954000 · 131,653 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.

Risk: A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands NHTSA recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023010004, 2023010005, and 2023010006.

Visibility:sun/moon roof assemblyMar 19, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V196000 · 11,356 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2007 C350, C230, C280, CLK350, E320CDI, E350 Wagon, E350, 2006 C55 AMG, CLK500, CLS500, CLS55 AMG, E500 Wagon, E500, E55 AMG, 2007 CLK550, CLS550, CLS63 AMG, E550, E63 AMG, and E63 Wagon AMG vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly causing the glass panel to detach from the vehicle.

Risk: A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040012.

Visibility:sun/moon roof assemblyDec 20, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V918000 · 747,928 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V918-4126.pdf

Risk: A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020040011.

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.

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 contact owns a 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK350. The contact stated while driving 10-15 MPH and making a turn, the contact became aware of an abnormal sound, and the driver's side roof air bags and driver's side door air bag inadvertently deployed. The contact was able to drive to the residence. The…

Air Bags · received Mar 24, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11650197

The glued seam on the convertible top has come unglued above the back window. The car has been garage kept and only has 66,000 miles. When riding down the road, I am afraid the top may continue to peel back and try to come loose. This isn't only a safety concern, it is a security concern, and…

Structure · received May 8, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11520935

The contact owns a 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK350. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the rear taillights became inoperable and would not illuminate as designed. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were made aware of the failure, but no…

Exterior Lighting · received Apr 21, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11518321

Srs light comes on. Had vehicle scanned and appears to be the passenger side air bag but doesn't say which one. After deleting the code, the light stays off until someone rides with me. Once they get out the light comes on. The digital ring on the dash that is associated with the cruise control…

Air Bags · received Mar 29, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11405359

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MERCEDES BENZ CLK350. THE CONTACT STATED THE BONDING BETWEEN THE GLASS PANEL AND THE SLIDING ROOF FRAME DETERIORATED WHICH RESULTED IN THE TWO PARTS SEPARATING. THE CONTACT SPOKE TO THE LOCAL DEALER MERCEDES-BENZ OF LONG BEACH (2300 E SPRING ST, SIGNAL HILL, CA 90755…

Visibility · received Feb 17, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11396704

Other Mercedes Benz CLK350 years

← 2006 CLK350 · 2008 CLK350 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2010 CLK35010
2009 CLK35083
2008 CLK350153
2007424
2006 CLK350374

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercedes Benz CLK350?

Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, air bags, power train problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 13 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Mercedes Benz CLK350?

Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2007 Mercedes Benz CLK350 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CLK350 model years, the 2007 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.