2002 Mercedes Benz SLK320 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other SLK320 years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Mercedes Benz SLK320. That ranks 2nd out of 4 SLK320 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (4 complaints, 36%), typically at around 49,404 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 11owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Mercedes Benz SLK320 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 4 | 36% | 49,404 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 27% | 90,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 18% | 68,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 18% | 66,404 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 9% | 145,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 9% | 98,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 9% | 145,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 9% | 62,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Mercedes Benz SLK320 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Mercedes Benz SLK320.
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 cars ignition switch locks up and prevents the car from starting, it can also cause the car to stall when running creating a very dangerous situation. Mercedes is aware of this problem with the ignition switch.
Previous recall 05V505 has been completed but the issue has returned the issue has been intermittent for a fee months but the tail light has been non op for a few months, i have tried different sockets and bulbs to no avail. The issue has not caused any incidents but i have no brake light on the…
The contact owns a 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK320. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the message that the rear light had malfunctioned was displayed. Upon inspection, it was discovered that while depressing the brake pedal, the driverâs side brake light failed to illuminate as…
The contact owns a 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK320. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as it went into Limp mode. Several warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that he had replaced the spark plugs and the accelerator pedal; however, the failure…
The bas/esp light and sudden braking just occurred today(10.11.16) on our 2002 mercedes benz slk 320. This happened three times in about an hour of driving on city streets between 15 and 45 mph. One occurrence was while driving straight, the other two happened while changing lanes in moving…
Other Mercedes Benz SLK320 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 SLK320 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 SLK320 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 | 11 | 0 |
| 2001 SLK320 | 26 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mercedes Benz SLK320?
Owners most often report service brakes, exterior lighting, electrical system problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Mercedes Benz SLK320?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2002 Mercedes Benz SLK320 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SLK320 model years, the 2002 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.