3
recalls
The Mercedes-Benz SLK has 3 recalls covering 97,545 vehicles as reported; model year 2004 is covered by the most (2).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
3
Most for 2004: 2
Units affected
98K
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Mercedes-Benz SLK by component
- Exterior lighting2 · 97K units
- Electrical system1 · 404 units
Mercedes-Benz SLK recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 2008 | Mercedes Benz C, C Class, CL, CL Class and 15 more (2003-2009): Electrical systemNo. 08V303000 | Crash risk | 404 |
| Nov 1, 2005 | Mercedes Benz SLK (1998-2004): Exterior lightingNo. 05V505000 | Poisoning | 69,278 |
| Jun 13, 2002 | Mercedes Benz SLK (2000-2002): Exterior lightingNo. 02V152000 | Other or not stated | 27,863 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz SLK have?
3 recalls cover the Mercedes-Benz SLK, for 97,545 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is exterior lighting (2 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Mercedes-Benz SLK?
Visibility: named in 16 of the 74 safety complaints about the Mercedes-Benz SLK, then electrical system (13). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.