MYRModel Year Report

2003 Mercedes Benz CLK320

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2003 Mercedes Benz CLK320
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:18:10.455Z

Only 19 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 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz CLK320 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 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
2003: 19 complaints
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YearComplaints
199918
200017
200115
200216
200319
200416
200512
20061
20080
20091

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 19 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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MY 2003 MERCEDES BENZ CLK 320 THAT I HAVE OWNED FOR LESS THAN 1 YEAR CAUGHT ON FIRE ON JUNE 9, 2017. THE ENGINE IS MELTED AND DESTROYED LUCKILY NO ONE WAS INJURED DESPITE IT HAPPENED AROUND A BUSY AREA.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170626

AIR BAGS

3 of 19 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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2003 MERCEDES (CONVERTIBLE) 350 CLK TRAVELING APPROX 35 MPH ON 2-LANE ROAD VEERED RIGHT AND STRUCK A PARKED CAR, CAUSING APPROXIMATELY $20,000 DAMAGE TO THE RIGHT FRONT OF THE MERCEDES (TOTAL LOSS).

NHTSA ODI report, 20100429

ONCOMING CAR SLID SIDEWAYS INTO THE FRONT OF MY CAR ON A COUNTY HIGHWAY. THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY EVEN THOUGH DAMAGE WAS EXTENSIVE (CAR WAS TOTAL LOSS), AND INJURIES TO THE DRIVER WERE SUSTAINED. SEATBELT WAS ON BUT INJURIES RESULTED FROM CRASH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20090113

WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, BOTH AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DRIVER SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES. *AK *PH *NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20031110

STRUCTURE

2 of 19 total reports mention: structure.

SEAT BELTS

2 of 19 total reports mention: seat belts.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20200710 — visibility

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Campaign 19V918000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20230203 — visibility

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands NHTSA recall number 19V-918.

Campaign 22V954000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20250110 — visibility

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Campaign 24V874000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Mercedes Benz CLK320 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 19V918000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 22V954000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V874000 (visibility) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Mercedes Benz CLK320?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Mercedes Benz CLK320 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

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