Table 1 shows three common electrical system related problems of the 2005 Mercedes Benz CLK500.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Ignition Module problems | |
| Instrument Panel Speedometer/odometer problems |
The contact owns a 2005 Mercedes Benz Clk500. After refueling the vehicle, the fuel level gauge displayed an empty reading and the check engine light would illuminate intermittently. The contact stated that there was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 08v303000 (electrical system) but the manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics or repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 113,760.
Driving home from the grocery store on a surface street at approximately 35 mph. Engine switched off along with everything electrical. Car did restart and I was able to get home. Attempts to restart after that failed. The remedy was to replace the electronic ignition switch (ezs or eis control module). The explanation I received was that it has certain computer circuits that affect not only starting but other car systems. In fact, incorrect programming of the replacement module caused me to be unable to lower the soft-top as if one wasn't installed. Reprogramming the unit to "tell" the new module that this vehicle isa convertible solved that problem.
Odometer fraud. The contact purchased a 2005 mercedes-benz Clk500. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the vehicle was purchased. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 127,000. It was later discovered that the mileage on the title was 147,000.