MYRModel Year Report

2001 Mercedes Benz CLK320

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2001 Mercedes Benz CLK320
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:55:20.356Z

Only 15 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 15 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 CLK320 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1999: 18 complaints 1999 2000: 17 complaints 2001: 15 complaints 2001 2002: 16 complaints 2003: 19 complaints 2003 2004: 16 complaints 2005: 12 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaints 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaints 2009
2001: 15 complaints
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YearComplaints
199918
200017
200115
200216
200319
200416
200512
20061
20080
20091

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

4 of 15 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing side/window.

CRASH INJURY
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MVC WITH FRONTAL IMPACT FIRST THROUGH AN T INTERSECTION THEN A CULVERT AND STRIKING A TREE AT A SPEED >45 MPH. AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY AND SEATBELT DID NOT LOCK ON DRIVERS SIDE WHILE ENGAGED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200312

Also filed under SEAT BELTS

AIR BAG DRIVER TYPE UNKNOWN-- DRIVER STERNUM FRACTURED I WAS DRIVING A 2001 MERCEDES CLK320 DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC 1/2 CAR LENGTH BEHIND NEXT CAR. THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME CHANGED LANES, TWO 3 SERIES BMWS WERE STOPPED FOR CITY BUS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160918

I WAS HIT IN THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR AND MY AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. MERCEDES SENT OUT A TECHNICAL TEAM WHO FOUND THAT THE AIRBAG OPERATED PROPERLY. THEY SAID I GOT HIT TOO LOW BUT I WAS HIT BY A FORD WORK VAN WHOSE BUMPER IS 27" UP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070221

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 of 15 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cables.

CRASH
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PULLING CAR INTO DRIVEWAY AND IT JUST SURGED OR TOOK OFF, RUNNING INTO THE GARAGE DOOR AND CRASHING. I HAD FOOT ON BRAKE LEAVING BLACK MARKS ON DRIVEWAY. HAD 2 WITNESSES TO THE INCIDENT. EXACT DAY NOT LISTED AS I DO NOT HAVE THAT WITH ME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20071022

WHEN ACCELERATING VEHICLE WILL STALL OUT AND DIE WITHOUT WARNING. DEALER HAS REPAIRED FUEL PUMP. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20010413

Also filed under FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

STRUCTURE

2 of 15 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

CRASH
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I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE WHEN MY PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL ARM BROKE. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL SPLAYED OUT AND BENT THE FENDER. I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO A GARAGE THAT WAS VERY NEARBY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130820

Also filed under SUSPENSION

WHEELS

1 of 15 total reports mentions: wheels.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Mercedes Benz CLK320 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 Mercedes Benz CLK320?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Mercedes Benz CLK320 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.