Mercedes-Benz SLK250 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz SLK250, across 5 model years (2013–2017). The 2013 model year has the most complaints (8). The most reported problem area overall is structure.
Mercedes-Benz SLK250 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No SLK250 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2013 SLK250: 8 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2015 SLK250: 4 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2014 SLK250: 2 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes-Benz SLK250 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz SLK250 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 SLK250 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2016 SLK250 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2015 SLK250 | 4 | 2 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2014 SLK250 | 2 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2013 SLK250 | 8 | 2 | — | Structure |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz SLK250 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2013 (8), 2015 (4), 2014 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz SLK250?
Structure, with 5 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz SLK250 have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.