MYRModel Year Report

2005 Mercedes Benz CLK500

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2005 Mercedes Benz CLK500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:01:09.304Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
18

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 14 complaints 2004 2005: 18 complaints 2005 18 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009
2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 14 complaints 2004 2005: 18 complaints 2005 18 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009
2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 14 complaints 2004 2005: 18 complaints 2005 18 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009

2005: 18 complaints

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YearComplaints
20031
200414
200518
20065
20070
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20090

Known problem areas

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Tires

3 of 18 total reports mention: tires.

INJURY
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Tire size: 245/40/17 Had a blowout without any warning, causing me to hit the center console and mirror receiving cuts and bruises. Immediately was pulled to the side of the road.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-29

While driving at 60mph on the a highway, without warning the passenger rear tire had a blowout.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-07-03

Fuel/propulsion system

3 of 18 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

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Gas tank leaks, car in moton in the street

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-03

When the gas tank is full there is a very strong gas smell all around the automobile. The vehicle is parked with the ignition off. This should not be the case. The cel will come on with code P0456.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-13

Electrical system

3 of 18 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.

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Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK500. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the vehicle was purchased. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 127,000.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-09-11

Steering

3 of 18 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing rack and rack and pinion.

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Driving at 35 MPH car began to stall and lose power, car eventually gained power and acceleration, once driving slower the car lost power again and cut completely off after all lights on dash board came on.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-19

Also filed under Exterior lighting and power train

Date of purchase was 01/10/2005 service#1.1ST wheel alignment was on 01/18/2005 mileage in was 788 miles, the front & rear, both had to be re-aligned, replaced parts were wheel camber/caster-l side/adjust install bolt kits and wheel camber/caster-r...

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-06-28

Exterior lighting

2 of 18 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2020-07-10Visibility19V918000 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.

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  2. R
    2023-02-03Visibility22V954000 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.

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  3. R
    2025-01-10Visibility24V874000 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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2005 Mercedes Benz CLK500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 19V918000 · Visibility
  • Recall 22V954000 · Visibility
  • Recall 24V874000 · Visibility
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Mercedes Benz CLK500 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 2005 Mercedes Benz CLK500?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Mercedes Benz CLK500 have?
3 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.