1998 Mercedes Benz SLK

Recalls

1 recall names the 1998 Mercedes Benz SLK. Newest first.

• Exterior lighting › Brake lights

  Nov 1, 2005NHTSA 05V50500069,278 vehicles

  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.

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  This deformation can cause movement in the socket-to-bulb connection, which could lead to a loosening of the electrical contacts in the socket, and failure of the bulb to illuminate.

  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 IS schedule for january 2007 for the remaining owners. owners of vehicles with the updated trim (post-face lift) will get an interim notice during november 2006, asking them to schedule an appointment for rear tail lamp replacement later in 2007. however, if they experience an actual rear lamp failure before they receive that notice, they should come to their dealer immediately for a free repair. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

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Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Electrical system1
2. Electronic stability control (esc)1
3. Tires1

Latest complaints

• Feb 13, 2009CT17,584 mi
  Tires
  On 02/02/2009 I had my vehicle, a 1998 mercedes-benz 230slk serviced for a routine oil change. during that service the serviceman inspected my tires and brought to my attention that they were bald. the tires in question were the third set of dunlops that this auto has had, the first being…

  On 02/02/2009 I had my vehicle, a 1998 mercedes-benz 230slk serviced for a routine oil change. during that service the serviceman inspected my tires and brought to my attention that they were bald. the tires in question were the third set of dunlops that this auto has had, the first being original equipment which I had success with so I was a loyal dunlop customer. when it was time for tire replacement I naturally purchased the same dunlop tires. to my shock, they exhibited premature tire wear within six-to twelve months of purchase. although I was told they would be replaced for free because they were defective, dunlop did not make good on such offer or warranty. on 10/22/2007 I purchased two dunlop tires, 225/50r1692v, dot dn 41 29W and two dunlop tires 205/55r1691v, dot dm cp 38W, all spsport 2020e. while dunlop failed to stand by the tire warranty, I was assured that if I purchased four new dunlop tires they would mail me a check for a partial refund. resting on their assurance that they would stand by new tires, I had them installed on my vehicle. the mileage at the date of installation, 10/22/2007, was recorded by the tire dealer as 66,666 miles. the mileage at my most recent date of service was recorded as +- 84,250 miles meaning that these dunlop tires lasted only 17,584 miles! at the time of service the vehicle was determined to be in alignment and not have a suspension problem. all four dunlop tires exhibited the same degree of wear. the four dunlop tires were removed from my vehicle and I transported them to my garage, where they remain. I allege that these dunlop tires are defective, and furthermore I allege that dunlop has breached the implied warranty of merchantability. I am requesting of dunlop that they refund me my net purchase in full and in exchange for such I shall not seek recovery in small claims court as IS my right. it IS indeed fortunate that no injury either to myself or others resulted as a consequence of these tires. *Tr

• Mar 26, 2008FL31,758 mi1 injury
  Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc)
  While driving on highway all the sudden and without warning, car stopped in middle of highway, all electrical system of car was shot out and could not operate the brake steering and car was towed to a factory traied mercedes benz facility, diagnosis (no power to ME2 control unit) the K40…

  While driving on highway all the sudden and without warning, car stopped in middle of highway, all electrical system of car was shot out and could not operate the brake steering and car was towed to a factory traied mercedes benz facility, diagnosis (no power to ME2 control unit) the K40 relay module was replaced while in garage another SLK model was in for same identical problem since this could be a public safety issue IS reported to you. *tr

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 10030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. Once the corrosion protection IS damaged or removed the brake components and or hardware can begin to corrode. Include all models and model years.
• 10022893Check engine light on / fault codes fc1200 / fc1208 stored in me-sfi control unit. Mercedes-benz model C230, C280, C350, slk280, slk350, clk350, clk550, E350, E550, cls550, S600, and sl550. Equipped with M272 engine or M273 engine. Updated 8/28/08.

Every Mercedes Benz SLK model year

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