2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 17, 2021 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other SLK350 years
Not enough data 6th of 10 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
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Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK350. That ranks 6th out of 10 SLK350 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 2,973 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Structure1 · ~2,973 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure1100%2,973——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 recalls (2)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

CommunicationNov 1, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V787000 · 24,226 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf

Risk: An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.

Air bagsJul 1, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V386000 · 311 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes-Benz) is recalling certain model year 2014 SLK 250, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG, SL 550, SL 63 AMG, and SL 65 AMG vehicles manufactured March 19, 2014, through May 5, 2014. Due to an air bag assembly error, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating front passenger air bag deployment, the front passenger seat airbag may not properly deploy, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger seat occupant.

Fix: Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. Mercedes-Benz distributed an interim letter to owners on July 17, 2014. A second owner letter was mailed after parts became available in mid August 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372. Note: Until the vehicle has been remedied, owners are advised that passengers or other items should not be placed in the passenger seat.

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

  • Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Roof leaks passenger side. Have taken it into the dealer 4 times between nov 2014 and apr 2015 (2-1/2 months in shop plus 97 miles driven) and still has not been fixed. *tr

Structure · received Apr 28, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10713479

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK350?

Owners most often report structure problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK350?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SLK350 model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.