2009 Mercedes Benz CLK350 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other CLK350 years
- Not enough data 4th of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Mercedes Benz CLK350. That ranks 4th out of 5 CLK350 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (2 complaints, 25%), typically at around 48,795 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Mercedes Benz CLK350 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 25% | 48,795 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 25% | 40,030 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 13% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 13% | 75,739 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 13% | 123,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 13% | 75,739 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 13% | 75,739 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 13% | 100,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Mercedes Benz CLK350 recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly
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 assembly
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 assembly
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 2009 Mercedes - Benz CLK350. The contact stated he turned on the air condition of his vehicle and an odor of mold came from the vents. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and stated that there was no recall for that failure. The manufacturer was contacted, and they also stated…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 mercedes benz clk350. The contact stated that the front driver seat headrest air bag exploded while driving, as a result, the contact sustained loss of hearing in her left ear that required medical attention. The contact stated that the vehicle's sos system alerted her…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 mercedes benz clk350. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for state emission testing and she was informed that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 19v918000 (visibility) however, parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The contact…
Driving straight about 25mph along a an otherwise empty residential street. Experienced multiple micro-bursts of sudden, brief, violent, unintended braking. Driver's foot was nowhere near the brake pedal. Braking was so violent that the wheels locked up and made skidding sounds and occupants were…
I was involved in a car accident last february, my airbag didn't deploy as compared to the other vehicle (toyota) where her airbag worked. My car and the other person's car were totaled. I was driving on the middle lane of a 3 lane road when the driver on the right side lane hit a parked vehicle on…
Other Mercedes Benz CLK350 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 CLK350 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 8 | 3 |
| 2008 CLK350 | 15 | 3 |
| 2007 CLK350 | 42 | 4 |
| 2006 CLK350 | 37 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mercedes Benz CLK350?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, visibility, air bags problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Mercedes Benz CLK350?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 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 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.