2004 Mercedes Benz SLK320
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
1 of 1 total report mentions: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
After pulling car into garage found that shifter would not move past neutral from drive position. Though ignition key could be turned far enough counter-clockwise for engine shutdown it stopped short of being able to be removed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-20
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2004 Mercedes Benz SLK320 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 Mercedes Benz SLK320 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 2004 Mercedes Benz SLK320?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Mercedes Benz SLK320 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.