Brake lights were inoperative. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the circuit board needed to be replaced.this information was provide by mrs. Margo's husband lenor karstadt.
1998 Mercedes Benz SLK230 lights complaints
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I purchased the car with 1,000 miles on it, I was the 3rd owner. 1st owner was dealer in nj, 2-nd owner was my father. The problem started around 15,000 miles and has continued. The problem is with the rear brake3 light assembly. I have been told that this is a "known defect" that has not been recalled with the slk model that mercedes manufactures. I have been told the tail light assembly does not have a way to cool off and gets too hot and burns up causing the brake lights to loose connection and they fail. 4 different mechanics have all told me the same story. I was told that I could keep replacing the part and the same thing would happen again and again and I would not be able to correct this default because of the design of the model of this mercedes. I am afraid that I and my son which is 2 will be in a serious accident maybe even fatel if something is not done, I have gone to the dealership looking for help, they will not help me, they told me to go to mercedes, they will not help me. I have been show the part that gets too hot and looses its connection. I have them with me for proof of what I am saying is factual and mercedes is neglecting this issue. I assume they don't want to be bothered with an expensive recall. Please help us.
While braking tail lights failed. Dealership repaired the tail lights. However, problem recurred.
While driving tail lights failed without warning. The dealership mechanic said that the problem was due to the tail light assembly burning up. The problem has not been resolved. *nlm dealership replaced the both left and right tail light assembly with newer version. Mechanic stated the original part would malfunction at any time without the driver being aware. Consumer stopped driving the vehicle until part was replaced. *ph
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