MYRModel Year Report

2000 Mercedes Benz SLK230

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2000 Mercedes Benz SLK230
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:55:41.054Z

Only 22 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 22 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 SLK230 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 1998: 34 complaints 1998 1999: 59 complaints 1999 2000: 22 complaints 2000 2001: 31 complaints 2001 2004: 4 complaints 2004
2000: 22 complaints
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YearComplaints
199834
199959
200022
200131
20044

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

9 of 22 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing brake lights and tail lights.

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The contact owns a 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 05V505000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240703

AIR BAGS

2 of 22 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing side/window.

FIRE INJURY
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCEDES BENZ SLK230. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN EXPLOSION NEAR THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR, FOLLOWED BY A BURNING SMELL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20080529

VISIBILITY

2 of 22 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing rearview mirrors/devices.

STRUCTURE

2 of 22 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCEDES BENZ SLK230. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CENTER CONSOLE HARD PLASTIC TRIM DETACHED. IN ADDITION, THE ENTIRE DASHBOARD EXHIBITED CRACKS AND SEPARATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150821

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 22 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing crankcase (pcv) and engine.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20050922 — PE (closed 20051202)

BRAKE LAMP FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Mercedes Benz SLK230 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 Mercedes Benz SLK230 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 SLK230?

The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Mercedes Benz SLK230 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.