Table 1 shows two common structure related problems of the 2000 Mercedes Benz SLK230.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Structure problems | |
| Dashboard Crack problems |
The 2000 Slk230 I purchased new in 2000 has 5,000 miles on it. Mint-garage stored condition. I have requested numerous times,assistance with both side door problems which may lead to unwarranted air bag release in the near future. The defect appears to have been corrected in 2001 by Mercedes Benz as the newer models have a "one piece interior door panel, vs the "two piece" interior door panels in the 2000 models. I have friends with the same year and model having the same issue. Both driver and passenger side interior door panels have broken loose from the door due to the defective design of two piece with all pressure to close the doors, pulling the two piece panel design away from the actual doors. Mercedes benz-corporate and their local dealers refuse to assist with the issue. I am confident that in the near future, air bag deployment is inevitable from both sides due to the defect in design. Hopefully with no injury!.
The contact owns a 2000 Mercedes Benz Slk230. The contact stated that the center console hard plastic trim detached. In addition, the entire dashboard exhibited cracks and separated. The driver's side panel near the floorboard detached completely and the wires were visible. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the manufacturer no longer produced the required part. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.