1999 Mercedes Benz CLK320
Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1999
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 18 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2009 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
5 of 18 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and belts and associated pulleys.
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The vehicle started back firing and stalling, it suddently lost all power, traction lights illuminated on the dash, while the consumer pulled to the side the engine caught on fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-11-20
Dt: vehicle is burning oil. Dealer said they can't find the cause of the problem. Manufacturer has not been contacted yet.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-06-27
(1) vibrations of engine at idle was felt 1 day prior to the failure. (2) heard loud/knocking noise the next day while driving home.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-10-02
Visibility
3 of 18 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield and sun/moon roof assembly.
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Tl* the contact owns a 1999 Mercedes Benz CLK320. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the sun roof suddenly shattered without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-01-04
Power train
2 of 18 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 18 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
Suspension
2 of 18 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing front.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1999-03-05Seat belts99V030000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A defective weld was discovered on the weld nut for the bolt used to secure the front shoulder seat belt guides.
Remedy: Dealers will repair the shoulder belt anchor assembly.
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2003-12-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-04-22 Engine crankshaft pulley failure
Buy-smart checklist
1999 Mercedes Benz CLK320 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 99V030000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 1999 Mercedes Benz CLK320 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 1999 Mercedes Benz CLK320?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Mercedes Benz CLK320 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.