Electrical System Related Problems of the 1999 Mercedes Benz SLK230

Table 1 shows ten common electrical system related problems of the 1999 Mercedes Benz SLK230. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the dash wiring (three problems).


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 1999 Mercedes Benz SLK230

The Electrical System problem

The contact owns a 1999 mercedes-benz Slk230. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after a few minutes and continued driving. The failure recurred numerous times.   Read details...

The Dash Wiring problem

I've had a dozen bulbs/fuses blow during the life of this vehicle. I've owned other vehicles that never blew a single bulb or fuse over their lifetime. I just wonder if this is a way for Mercedes Benz to increase service revenues. They want over $100 to replace each bulb.   Read details...

The Starter problem

When in traffic and idling, especially summer weather, the car stalls ocassionally and won't restart. Most times, when driving to a destination, turning the engine off, running an errand, and returning to start the engine, the engine won't start.   Read details...


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