MYRModel Year Report

1999 Mercedes Benz CLK430

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1999 Mercedes Benz CLK430
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:54:40.609Z

Only 11 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 11 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 CLK430 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2000: 20 complaints 2000 2002: 4 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003
1999: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
199911
200020
20024
20032

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

5 of 11 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and torque converter.

FIRE
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THE VEHICLE STARTED BACK FIRING AND STALLING, IT SUDDENLY LOST ALL POWER. TRACTION LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH. WHEN THE CONSUMER PULLED TO THE SIDE , ENGINE BEGAN SMOKING AND THE CAUGHT ON FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 19991227

Also filed under ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TRANSMISSION BROKE DOWN. WHILE WAS GOING IN REVERSE FORDWARD GEAR WENT ON ,MAKING A LOUD NOISE PUT THE LEVER ON NEUTRAL AND CAR STILL GOING FORWARD

NHTSA ODI report, 20030122

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 11 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIRE
AIR BAGS

2 of 11 total reports mention: air bags.

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CRACK ALONG PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIR BAG ON THE DASH BOARD, IS AIR BAG GOING TO EXPLODED? DEALER WANTS TO CHARGE $2500.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021115

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

WHEELS

1 of 11 total reports mentions: wheels.

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ON FRIDAY MAY 30, 2014, AT APPROXIMATELY 0200, I WAS GETTING ON THE FREEWAY ON 880-S IN DOWNTOWN OAKLAND. I WAS DRIVING IN THE FAR LEFT LANE, AND THERE WAS CONSTRUCTION GOING ON.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140530

Also filed under ENGINE and SUSPENSION

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20031217 — PE (closed 20040422)

ENGINE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Mercedes Benz CLK430 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 Mercedes Benz CLK430 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 CLK430?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Mercedes Benz CLK430 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.