5 recalls across 2 model years
The Mercedes-Benz SLK300 has 5 recalls covering the 2015-2016 model years, with the most serious being a rear suspension defect on certain 2016 vehicles where faulty lock nuts on the rear wheel tie rod connection can allow the rear axle to steer on its own, raising the risk of a crash.
A separate 2016 recall involves camshaft welds in the engine that can fail, causing engine damage and a potential stall while driving. There is also a 2016 wiring issue on vehicles equipped with the nine-speed automatic transmission, where the backup power supply for the ignition switch may not be properly connected, meaning the transmission may not hold the vehicle stationary without the brake pedal applied. On 2015 models, low-beam headlights may have been aimed incorrectly during production, reducing visibility at night. Across both model years, a software fault in the emergency call system can cause it to report an incorrect date, time, and vehicle location, which could delay emergency responders after a crash.
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Top 5 of 5 categories across MERCEDES-BENZ SLK300
| Component | Recalls | Share | Critical | High | Medium | Low | Informational |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 20% | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 20% | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lighting | 1 | 20% | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Software & Electronics | 1 | 20% | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 20% | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Component categories are grouped from raw recall data and may not match manufacturer terminology exactly.
