2000 Mercedes Benz SLK Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other SLK years
- Not enough data 6th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Mercedes Benz SLK. That ranks 6th out of 13 SLK model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 76,126 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 3owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2000 Mercedes Benz SLK 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 67% | 76,126 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 33% | 80,501 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 33% | 80,501 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2000 Mercedes Benz SLK recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:brake lights
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, failure of one of the side brake lights can occur. The base of the socket can be subject to thermal deformation over time.
Risk: This deformation can cause movement in the socket-to-bulb connection, which could lead to a loosening of the electrical contacts in the socket, and failure of the bulb to illuminate.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear lamp modules. The recall began on september 12, 2006, to approximately 8,200 owners. Phase ii mailing is schedule on or about november 3, 2006, and phase iii mailing is schedule for january 2007 for the remaining owners. Owners of vehicles with the updated trim (post-face lift) will get an interim notice during november 2006, asking them to schedule an appointment for rear tail lamp replacement later in 2007. However, if they experience an actual rear lamp failure before they receive that notice, they should come to their dealer immediately for a free repair. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Exterior lighting:headlights
Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the owner's manual does not contain the proper headlamp aiming instructions.
Risk: This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Fix: Owners will be provided with headlamp aiming instructions, and directions for affixing these inserts to the operator's manual. Owner notification began july 15, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free instructions within a reasonable time should contact mercedes-benz at 1-201-573-0117.
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
- Transmission malfunction (DP05007) — opened Nov 7, 2005, closed Mar 27, 2006.
- Sudden engine shut down (SQ01010) — opened Sep 25, 2001, closed Feb 4, 2002.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Car stalls. Unable to restart until after a short period of time. On 03/03/14 brought to dealership who replaced engine crankshaft position sensor for $842.04.. Problem persisted and car kept stalling in traffic posing potential safety issues.. Returned to dealer on 05/17/14 and the control unit…
For investigation on the mercedes benz 2000 slk. Vehicle to mb dealership repeatedly since purchased new, for a problem with hard/full throttle acceleration. When fully depressing the accelerator, on occasion the car will backfire or hesitate, or almost stall until the accelerator is released. The…
The consumer stated the brake lights were inoperative. The consumer replaced the bulb and the problem recurred. The consumer will contacted the dealer in the near future. Please provide further details. *jb
Other Mercedes Benz SLK years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 SLK | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 SLK | 2 | 1 |
| 2008 SLK | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 SLK | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 SLK | 2 | 1 |
| 2005 SLK | 6 | 1 |
| 2004 SLK | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 SLK | 9 | 1 |
| 2002 SLK | 25 | 2 |
| 2001 SLK | 19 | 2 |
| 2000 | 3 | 2 |
| 1999 SLK | 6 | 1 |
| 1998 SLK | 2 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Mercedes Benz SLK?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, exterior lighting, power train problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Mercedes Benz SLK?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2000 Mercedes Benz SLK a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SLK model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.