Transport CanadaMedium Risk
1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK CLASSTransport Canada Recall #2005346
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, heat generated by the brake light bulbs could deform the base of the light socket. This deformation can cause movement in the socket-to-bulb connection, which may lead to a loosening of the electrical contacts in the socket and failure of the bulb to illuminate.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear lamp assemblies.
3,529 vehicles affectedUpdated June 10, 2026