Dt: contact stated the harmonic balancer had to be replaced . The service dealer stated there was a service campaign for this specific component. The consumer stated she did not receive this in the mail. The harmonic balancer caused the consumer to not have steering control while driving the vehicle.
The worst 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK problems
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- Engine2
- Electrical1
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- Engine2
- Electrical1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Engine crankshaft pulley failure
The office of defects investigation (odi) opened this preliminary evaluation to investigate allegations of engine crankshaft pulley harmonic balancer failure that could result in loss of power-steering assist.odi has received a total of 546 non-duplicative reports that allege engine crankshaft pulley harmonic balancer failure on all mercedes-benz vehicles using the subject component.the subject component failures are progressive in nature and only a small percentage of the complaints and warrant claims involved a failure that had progressed far enough to effect power steering performance (6 of 55 odi complaints reference increased steering effort).there have been no crashes or injuries related to the alleged defect.a safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that a safety-related defect does not exist.the agency will take further action if warranted by the circumstances.see summary report attached for further detail.
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Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Sudden loss of power steering due to disintegration of harmonic balancer. Near accident. Dealer replaced harmonic balancer and other damaged parts including oil pan.
While parked battery exploded.
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Questions about the 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK
Is the 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK, 1.5 times a typical CLK model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK?
Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 1998 Mercedes Benz CLK have?
No recalls on record.
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