2000 Mercedes Benz SLK230
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.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 22 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 34 |
| 1999 | 59 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 31 |
| 2004 | 4 |
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, 2024-07-03
Air bags
2 of 22 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing side/window.
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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, 2008-05-29
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, 2015-08-21
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.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2005-09-22Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-12-02 Brake lamp failure
Buy-smart checklist
2000 Mercedes Benz SLK230 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Exterior lighting: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 2 reports on file for this year.
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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.