MYRModel Year Report

2000 Mercedes Benz SLK

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2000 Mercedes Benz SLK
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:36:24.077Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2000

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 2000: 3 complaints 2000 3 2001: 19 complaints 2002: 25 complaints 2002 2003: 9 complaints 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2012
1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 3 complaints 2000 3 2001: 19 complaints 2001 2002: 25 complaints 2002 2003: 9 complaints 2003 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2012: 0 complaints 2012
1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 3 complaints 2000 3 2001: 19 complaints 2001 2002: 25 complaints 2002 2003: 9 complaints 2003 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2012: 0 complaints 2012

2000: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19982
19996
20003
200119
200225
20039
20040
20056
20062
20070
20080
20092
20120

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

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

Show complaint excerpts

Car stalls. Unable to restart until after a short period of time. On 03/03/14 brought to dealership who replaced engine crankshaft position sensor for $842.04.. Problem persisted and car kept stalling in traffic posing potential safety issues..

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-11

For investigation on the Mercedes Benz 2000 SLK. Vehicle to mb dealership repeatedly since purchased new, for a problem with hard/full throttle acceleration.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-09-11

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Vehicle speed control

1 of 3 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Power train

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

Exterior lighting

1 of 3 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing brake lights.

Show complaint excerpts

The consumer stated the brake lights were inoperative. The consumer replaced the bulb and the problem recurred. The consumer will contacted the dealer in the near future. Please provide further details.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-11-01

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2001-09-25SQClosed 2002-02-04 Sudden engine shut down
  2. R
    2002-07-15Exterior lighting02V152000 Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." The owner's manual does not…

    Remedy: Owners will be provided with headlamp aiming instructions, and directions for affixing these inserts to the operator's manual. Owner notification began July 15, 2002. Owners who do not receive…

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  3. I
    2005-11-07Defect petitionClosed 2006-03-27 Transmission malfunction
  4. R
    2006-09-12Exterior lighting05V505000 On certain passenger vehicles, failure of one of the side brake lights can occur. The base of the socket can be subject to thermal deformation over time.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear lamp modules. The recall began on September 12, 2006, to approximately 8,200 owners. Phase ii mailing is schedule on or about November 3, 2006, and phase iii mailing…

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  5. R
    Date not on fileAir bags01I005000 This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: 2000 SLK and e-class vehicles.

    Remedy: Mercedes-Benz dealers will replace the side air bag free of charge. Mercedes-Benz has decided to conduct a service campaign to replace the side air bag. Owners can contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372, concerning this program.

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Buy-smart checklist

2000 Mercedes Benz SLK — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 01I005000 · Air bags
  • Recall 02V152000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 05V505000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 Mercedes Benz SLK 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 2000 Mercedes Benz SLK?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Mercedes Benz SLK 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.