2003 Mercedes Benz CLK Class
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.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2003
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2003: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2006 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
2 of 10 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing sidewall.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 10 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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, 2004-05-19
Structure
1 of 10 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing bumpers.
Steering
1 of 10 total reports mentions: steering.
Seat belts
1 of 10 total reports mentions: seat belts.
Show complaint excerpts
I have had seat belt trouble. When I first bought the car it was weak to retract. Than 9 months later it gave out on me. I looked into it online and it turns out almost all these vehicles have this problem before 100,000 miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-01-06
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2008-08-30Electrical system08V303000 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…
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2003 Mercedes Benz CLK Class — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 08V303000 · Electrical system
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 tires, accounting for 20% 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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.