Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 2007 Mercedes Benz CLK350. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems | |
| Automatic Transmission problems | |
| Transmission Stuck In Gear problems |
Vehicle would be stock on 1st or 3rd gear without any error code engine light or transmission light on. That can happen anytime. On take off at red light or cruising on 5th 6th or 7th shift. This is an automatic transmission with no mechanical issues. I am guessing it is a software issue. Read details...
The transmission locks up in low gear while driving at freeway speed. The check engine light came on and the transmission won't change gears. Read details...
I slowed down to make a turn and the car would not accelerate. It appeared to be stuck in high gear and did not shift back down to a low gear. This happened twice over a 3 week period. Both times I almost caused a traffic accident by being stuck in the middle of the road. Read details...