2004 Mercedes Benz CLK Class
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2004
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2006 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
2 of 7 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing sidewall.
Seat belts
2 of 7 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor.
Show complaint excerpts
The seat belt retractor was replaced twice. The seat belt mechanism arm malfunctioned. Also, transmission was serviced for leaking fluid, and not changing gears.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-01-06
Also filed under Power train
Power train
2 of 7 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing torque converter and automatic transmission.
Equipment
1 of 7 total reports mentions: equipment.
Air bags
1 of 7 total reports mentions: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
The vehicle was involved in an accident. The impact was so severe that the entire front grill and bumper were ripped off. There was damage on every side of the vehicle. Only the right rear air bag deployed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-11-30
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2003-12-22Seat belts03V534000 On certain passenger vehicles, some seat belt buckles may have a burr on a metal component of the locking mechanism. The presence of the burr could prevent the seat belt from locking under certain…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belts. Owner notification began on December 22, 2003. Owners should contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
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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
2004 Mercedes Benz CLK Class — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 03V534000 · Seat belts
- Recall 08V303000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2004 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 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK Class?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK Class have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.