This page covers 2 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Slk250.
26 mpg combined
9 L/100km
Two Seaters
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz SLK250 has two recalls, the more serious being an electronic stability control software fault that can keep the brakes lightly engaged while driving, causing brake components to overheat and reducing stopping ability.
The second recall involves the emergency call system, where a software error can cause the system to report an incorrect date and time, which may cause it to relay an inaccurate vehicle location to emergency responders in a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error causes the eCall emergency system's date and time to be incorrect, which may result in an inaccurate vehicle location being sent during an emergency call.
What the fix does
Mercedes-Benz will send a remote software update to your vehicle. Dealers will verify the update worked or install a new communication module software at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The electronic stability control system software may keep the brakes slightly applied even when the driver is not braking, potentially affecting vehicle handling.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the electronic stability control system software at no cost to restore normal brake operation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
