Mercedes Benz SLK350 years to avoid
No model year of the Mercedes Benz SLK350 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Mercedes Benz SLK350 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Mercedes Benz SLK350 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Mercedes Benz SLK350 problems
All model years combined.
- Airbags14
- Transmission11
- Engine9
- Suspension5
- Brakes5
- Fuel system3
- Electrical3
- Acceleration3
- Visibility2
- Lights2
- Body2
- Steering1
Mercedes Benz SLK350 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 90 | 4 | Airbags | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2007 | 75 | 13 | Airbags | 50,000 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2006 | 78 | 10 | Transmission | 63,038 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2005 | 55 | 21 | Transmission | 56,851 | 0 | 2 |
Recalls 2
Mercedes Benz SLK350 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Mercedes Benz SLK350
What years of the Mercedes Benz SLK350 should you avoid?
No single model year of the Mercedes Benz SLK350 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes Benz SLK350?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes Benz SLK350?
Airbags, with 14 complaints across all years, followed by transmission (11) and engine (9).
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz SLK350 have?
2 recalls between 2005 and 2008. The 2008 model year has the most, with 2.
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