MYRModel Year Report

2003 Mercedes Benz CLK Class

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2003 Mercedes Benz CLK Class
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:55:19.843Z

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz CLK Class Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 2000: 1 complaints 2000 2001: 14 complaints 2001 2003: 10 complaints 2003 2004: 7 complaints 2004 2006: 3 complaints 2006
2003: 10 complaints
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YearComplaints
20001
200114
200310
20047
20063

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 10 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN TO PULL INTO THE GARAGE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A HIGH SPEED. THE CONSUMER'S FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WHEN THIS OCCURRED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040519

TIRES

1 of 10 total reports mentions: tires.

TIRES

1 of 10 total reports mentions: tires.

STRUCTURE

1 of 10 total reports mentions: structure.

STEERING

1 of 10 total reports mentions: steering.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20080830 — electrical system

MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING MY 2006-2008 M-CLASS, R-CLASS, MY 2005-2009 SLK-CLASS, MY 2005-2008 C-CLASS, MY 2003-2004 AND 2006-2008 CLK-CLASS, MY 2003-2008 E-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2008 CL-CLASS, MY 2008 C

Remedy: DEALERS WILL RECODE THE SCN FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Campaign 08V303000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Mercedes Benz CLK Class — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 08V303000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Mercedes Benz CLK Class reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mercedes Benz CLK Class?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 10% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Mercedes Benz CLK Class have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.