One problem related to power train has been reported for the 2005 Mercedes Benz SLK. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Mercedes Benz SLK based on all problems reported for the 2005 SLK.
Took my car in, it would not go into reverse, then the engine was winding out really hi on the tachometer, mercedes said it was the valve body module in transmission, ok- then they told me my engine balance shaft was not working and the labor was 5628. 00 they have not yet quoted me a price on the parts for either issue. Said the engine will just seize up when driving, I looked this up on internet and there seems to be a class action suit going on with this balance shaft issue. Is this a safety issue they overlooked possibly ? miles as low as 62k having same issue. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).