Mercedes-Benz SLK55 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz SLK55, across 4 model years (2006–2014). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Mercedes-Benz SLK55 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No SLK55 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2006 SLK55: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2008 SLK55: 2 complaints, 1 recall
- 2007 SLK55: 1 complaint, 1 recall
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 SLK55 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz SLK55 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 SLK55 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2008 SLK55 | 2 | 1 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2007 SLK55 | 1 | 1 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2006 SLK55 | 4 | 0 | — | Structure |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz SLK55 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (4), 2008 (2), 2007 (1). 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 SLK55?
Air Bags, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz SLK55 have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.