The sfloor shifter and linkage just went out randomly and caused the vehicle to be complacent and non-repairable without any fault or damage by me or previous owner the entire vehicle is been unserviceable and has been unable to locate the original discontinued part and I believe all 2000 clk 320 benz cabriolet models have the same defect within the linkage and shifter which is it becomes stuck and gears lock causing inability to go into gear and safely manuver the vehicle as it was made to be manuvered. Vehicle was taken to the benz service center and still was unable to be fixed basically the solenoid goes out with the shifter then the vehicle becomes inoperable or startable while the rest of the vehicle is in perfect condition a component is causing major losses and safety hazards. Gear slipping and misfires as well to the ECM unit. As well as sensor issues causing emissions failures and false reads.
The worst 2000 Mercedes Benz CLK320 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical6
- Acceleration3
- Airbags3
- Transmission2
- Body1
Problems by type
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- Electrical6
- Acceleration3
- Airbags3
- Transmission2
- Body1
- Steering1
- Tires1
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.
PE03058
Technical service bulletins for the 2000 Mercedes Benz CLK320 23
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Washer fluid system leaks
- During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or...
- Headlamps leaking or fogged
- Headlamp or front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Rear lamps fogged up/not leaktight
- Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ⢠Objects left on the seats...
- Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D or R
- Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises
- IPhone mobile phone: Various complaints after software update to iOS8
- Noise complaints when load on backrest frame changes
2000 Mercedes Benz CLK320 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2L 6‑cyl | RWD | 17-18 | 25-26 | 20-21 |
What 2000 Mercedes Benz CLK320 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Emergency trunk release failed this system should be mechanical and should not fail remains failed whether electrical power is on, accessory is powered or switch in ca in, also remain failed with key
P-7oo- I'm having same code from last year. I replace what need be replace. I brought receipts that came up to be $1100. It will not pass emission. I have gotten a extension that expire 05/16/18. I'm tired!!!
This car had no mechanical issues. The car was started and the convertible top was put down. Within a couple of minutes the car was shut off. Twenty minutes later smoke was seen coming from the hood vent near the windshield. The hood was opened and a fire extinguisher used on the site of the smoke. Car was started to check for possible problem area. All indicators were good. Car was immediately turned off. Few minutes later, fire was seen in the passenger footwell and then spread to the engine area fire department was called. Within five minutes the engine and car interior were burned and the air bags exploded.
The SRS warning (air bag) light on my mercedes-benz clk320 stays on. The light was reset by a local mercedes dealership in 2007 but came back on 1 month later.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz clk320. The contact was unable to see the indicators on the instrument panel. The dealer acknowledged that there was a problem. The current mileage was 89,000 and failure mileage was 80,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz clk320. The contact stated that the gear, date, and temperature indicator lights would not fully illuminate. In addition, the mileage indicator lights were difficult to see. The dealer has not inspected the vehicle. The current mileage was 99,450 and failure mileage was 82,000.
Mercedes benz clk320 w208 instrument cluster LED problem. It has a faulty display readouts that I am experiencing. It is a safety problem since you can't see which gear you are in and that could cause a driver error that could lead to an accident. It also has problems displaying temperature and time, but the main concern is the display of gears!
Door check on driver side door failed after 70,000 miles. When part failed, door check made opening door difficult causing safety hazard. Also, door check failure resulted in deforming internal power window track. Could not open window causing safety hazard. Required owner to completely replace drivers side door on vehicle in order to be able to open window again. (cost of replacement $2600.00 which is excessive considering the low cost of the door check part.) owner believes that the door check part may be substandard in design and/or defective in nature.
One of the vehicle's tires had severe separation of the tread on the inside. *nm the tire only had about 21000 miles on them therefore the consumer request full reimbursement for the new set of tires installed.
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Questions about the 2000 Mercedes Benz CLK320
Is the 2000 Mercedes Benz CLK320 reliable?
Owners have filed 17 complaints about the 2000 Mercedes Benz CLK320, close to a typical CLK320 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Mercedes Benz CLK320?
Electrical system, with 6 complaints, typically around 80,000 miles. Next is acceleration (3).
How many recalls does the 2000 Mercedes Benz CLK320 have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2000 Mercedes Benz CLK320 get?
Official estimates for the 2000 Mercedes Benz CLK320 range from 20 to 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.2L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 17-18 city and 25-26 highway.
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