Mercedes Benz SLK320 Problems by Year
Mercedes Benz SLK320 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical SLK320 year: 2001, 2002. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2001 SLK320: 26 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2002 SLK320: 11 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2003 SLK320: 2 complaints, 0 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 SLK320 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 16 | 2 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Mercedes Benz SLK320 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 SLK320 | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2003 SLK320 | 2 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2002 SLK320 | 11 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2001 SLK320 | 26 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes Benz SLK320 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2001 (26), 2002 (11) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical SLK320 year. 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 SLK320?
Service Brakes, with 16 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz SLK320 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.