2004 Mercedes Benz SLK230 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other SLK230 years
- Not enough data 7th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Mercedes Benz SLK230. That ranks 7th out of 7 SLK230 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 113,090 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Mercedes Benz SLK230 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 | 2 | 50% | 113,090 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 50% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 25% | 66,180 | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 25% | 66,180 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Mercedes Benz SLK230 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 Mercedes Benz SLK230.
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
- Brake lamp failure (PE05051) — opened Sep 22, 2005, closed Dec 2, 2005, led to recall 05V505000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Bought car with 60000 miles and after 3 years right side rear brake light stopped working. Replaced bulb and adapter but also had to bend adapter connector prongs for better contact. Six months later same problem and replaced whole right side unit. Some time later same problem with other side. Took…
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mercedes benz slk230. The contact stated that while at a light, the abs warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The contact also stated that her vehicle was previously repaired under a manufacturer's recall pertaining to…
My black mercedes 2004, 230slk kompressor, l4, 2.4l, supercharged. Vin [xxx] had the engine control module me-sfi malfunction indicator lamp "check engine light" came on and was diagnosed at the beverly hills mercedes benz dealership with misfiring in the engine (due to the camshaft solenoid and…
The new high-intensity headlights, that are bluish in color, are extraordinarily blinding. This headlight, obviously, should have never been approved, and never used. Perhaps it is an improvement to the drivers that use the bluish headlights, but it is a safety hazard to oncoming automobiles. They…
Other Mercedes Benz SLK230 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 4 | 0 |
| 2003 SLK230 | 5 | 0 |
| 2002 SLK230 | 5 | 0 |
| 2001 SLK230 | 31 | 0 |
| 2000 SLK230 | 22 | 0 |
| 1999 SLK230 | 59 | 0 |
| 1998 SLK230 | 34 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mercedes Benz SLK230?
Owners most often report electrical system, exterior lighting, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Mercedes Benz SLK230?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2004 Mercedes Benz SLK230 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SLK230 model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.