Structure Problems of Mercedes Benz SLK

Mercedes Benz SLK owners have reported 3 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's underbody shield (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's trunk lid (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Mercedes Benz SLK

Problem Category Number of Problems
Underbody Shield problems
1
Trunk Lid problems
1
Structure problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of Mercedes Benz SLK

The Underbody Shield problem

The frame of my 1999 mercedes Slk 230 has broken for no apparent reason. I had new tires put on it and an aligned and two weeks later the frame broke near the axle. This vehicle has not been wrecked previously and the frame should be stronger than it was.   Read details...

The Trunk Lid problem

The trunk lid on the Mercedes Benz model Slk320, all model years, falls down on its own onto the unsuspecting head of the individual loading or unloading the trunk. This has happened to me and other owners of this model. We all have shared this painful experience.   Read details...

The Structure problem

The inside rear mirror of my 1999 Mercedes Benz Slk 230 is an electro-chromic self-dimming mirror that has no manual backup. The mirror contained fluid has leaked out causing the self-dimming to fail to provide dimming against rear approaching headlights but instead to be dark and full of bubbles   Read details...




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