Mercedes Benz SLK owners have reported 7 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake light on (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes problems | |
| Brake Light On problems | |
| Brake Light Switch problems | |
| Brake Abs Warning Light problems |
While driving under 30 mph, vehicle randomly applies front or rear brake causing a loud braking squeal and causing the car to buck or pitch to one side. It has occurred from a stopped position as I started to accelerate, but 90% of the time it occurs at speeds under 30-35 mph while just driving in Read details...
This is in regards to recall number 05v505 for the driver side rear brake light. This recall occurred in 2006 and the light was fixed. However, it has failed again and has the exact same problem, the socked has gotten hot and melted/deformed the plastic socket. Read details...
Rear brake light bulb holder melted and fused to the rear tail light assembly on both the left and right sides of my 2002 mercedes-benz Slk32 amg. When bulbs do fail it is impossible to replace them. It is also a potential fire hazard due to the melted plastic. Read details...
While traveling on the highway and without prior warning abs light appears on the dashboard. Read details...