Brake Light Problems of Mercedes Benz SLK230 - part 1

Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Mercedes Benz slk(n/a). The contact stated that her brake lights are detective. The contact stated while driving to work, a fellow motorist flagged her down and alerted her that her brake lights were not working. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer(mercedes-benz of north olmsted 28450 lorain rd, north olmsted, OH 44070 440- 716-2700) to be serviced. While there, she was informed that she had a had a nail inside of her front right tire and it needed to be replaced. Due to a despite she had with the dealer due to the tire issue, the brake lights were not replaced. The manufacturer was notified about the failure with her brake light and was informed that there had been a prior recall on the vehicle NHTSA campaign number: 05v505000(exterior lighting). The manufacturer offered no further assistance. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 80,347. Jo.

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More often than not, when I start up my vehicle an indicator for a light out appears on my dash. I have been pulled over several times for a right rear brake light being out. I have replaced the bulb numerous times. I was recommended to look on your web sight and I saw that a recall had been issued campaign id 05v505000 on my make/model for this problem. However when I put in my VIN number it produced zero recalls. How do I know if this vehicle has ever had the recall issue corrected? also, what I can do to get the issue rectified?.

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The contact owns a 1998 Mercedes Benz Slk230. While driving at various speeds, the brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the base of the rear passenger side tail lamp melted and diagnosed that the brake light assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 05v505000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was 125,000. Updated 8/21/cn.

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Bought car with 60000 miles and after 3 years right side rear brake light stopped working. Replaced bulb and adapter but also had to bend adapter connector prongs for better contact. Six months later same problem and replaced whole right side unit. Some time later same problem with other side. Took to dealer and they said recall had been done. Mb offered a $1000 towards new car. (funny) repaired with same item and same defect, I can't believe this is right for mb to get away with.

I have less than 50k miles and had to replace the mass air flow sensor twice and now check engine light is on again for the same service needed. I have paid out of pocket not to mention the inconvenience of having it in the shop so many times also have had to replace transmission sensors and tail light, which mercedes did not reimburse for original charge, just re- replaced. Now problems happening with rear mirror. This is ridiculous mercedes should stand by there product that is supposed to last forever and I have had nothing but problems.

- the contact owns a 1999 Mercedes Benz Slk230. The contact received a recall notice for the exterior lighting:brake lights. The mercedes mechanic replaced the lights at the contacts home. Prior to replacing the lights per the recall, the lights were working. However, the lights no longer worked, and the vehicle did not start. The dealer did not want to address the failures and make the necessary repairs. The contact talked to the manager of mercedes and he was unsuccessful at gaining assistance.

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Mercedes-benz USA, llc sent a safety recall # 2006-080005. I made an appt at Mercedes Benz at kearny mesa, san diego, the service writer (alfonso) said that they will only replace the tail brake light if it fails, but the recall clearly states that due to the high heat created by the tail brake light the base of the lamp socket can be subject to thermal deformation over time, thus when you push the brake pedal the tail brake light will not work because there is no electrical contact. The recall also mentioned that the replacement material is more heat resistant material but the service writer said that the replacement material is the same as what I have already in the car, which is false.

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- the contact stated that the brake light on the vehicle had not worked properly since she purchased the vehicle. For 2 years the brake light kept going out. She took the vehicle to the mechanic who kept on replacing two to three bulbs at a time. She received a recall letter from Mercedes Benz indicating that on certain passenger vehicles failure of one of the side brake lights could occur. The base of the socket could be subject to thermal deformation. She went to the dealership with the letter for them to correct the problem, but they refused to repair it without her paying for it. The recall letter indicated the recall was not in neffect until spring 2007. Recall campaign# 2006-080005. The current and failure mileage were 80000.

I was informed by a repair shop after several attempts to correct a brake light issue on 2001 Mercedes Benz Slk230 that a recall had been issued campaign id 05v505000 on my make/model for this problem. I scheduled a appointment with local dealer to get the socket replaced. I was told by the mercedes dealer that my car was not part of the recall. My make/model is a part of the recall based upon information viewed on your website. Why would the dealer not replace it? are they not required by law to perform the recalled work.

2001 slk 230 covered under tail/brake light recall. Mbusa states they have not gotten the VIN numbers on the 2001-04 models. They will not replace defective parts. My brake lights have melted again. 8jb.

Mercedes benz 2001 slk 230 left tail light burned out. Attempts to replace the bulb were unsuccessful. The dealer said that the tail light fitting melted and it was a common occurrence. Mercedes refused to pay for the repair and I had to pay to replace the complete assembly. The dealer suggested re[placing the right assembly also since he said that that would also melt.

-the contact stated that in reference to the 1998 Mercedes Benz slk with current mileage: 85,000 a recall issued on the vehicle dealing with exterior rear brake lights. The contact stated that she called the dealership and gave them the information, they scheduled her an appointment, and told her to come back when they received the parts for the vehicle. The contact said that now the front lights were now being affected, and that she had been receiving numerous tickets because of this matter.

: the contact stated after being alerted the brake light was inoperable the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop. The repair shop determined there was a NHTSA recall, # 05v505000, regarding the brake lights. The manufacturer was contact who reflected no knowledge of this recall. Updated 9/13/2006 -.

: the contact stated the vehicle's rear passenger side brake light was inoperable, and was taken to the dealership. The bulb was replaced, but immediately burned out. There was a NHTSA recall, # 05v505000, regarding the brake lights. The manufacturer had no knowledge of this recall.

1999 mercedes slk 230 with a safety recall customer wants to be reimbursed for repairs* the dealer denied there was a recall, however the consumer received a recall letter in the mail after being told there was no recall. The consumer took the vehicle to his mechanic to have the repairs done. Recall # 05v505000.

Rear brake lights have failed numerous times over the past several years. I have been told that this is a common problem in the slk. Replaced entire rear brake light assembly once under warranty. I have had to replace the sockets every few months for the entire time I've owned the car. Within 2 months of the car no longer being under warranty, the socket failed after only 1 week of being replaced. Was told they would need to replace the rear brake light assembly (again), but this would not be covered under warranty. They said they could keep replacing the sockets, but that would only be a temporary fix. Dealer put in a new socket, this time twisting out the leads to get a better contact and it seems to be holding. (at least for now) the faulty rear brake light assembly should be a recalled item as it could lead to an accident and/or death.

Tail lamp for Mercedes Benz Slk230 keeps failing. Nhtsa recall number 05v-505. When is mb going to have a recall of this design failure?.

Nhtsa campaign # 05v-505. The manufacturer indicated in a letter to NHTSA that it would start owner notification no sooner than second quarter of 2006. It is now third quarter 2006 and when asked, the manufacturer still says there are no active recalls on this vehicle. I feel that the manufacturer needs to provide an updated schedule for compliance with this recall campaign.

Mercedes slk 230 brake lamp failure; related to overheating and melting of plastic holder due to poor contact between metal strips. Failed brake lamps are a safety hazard; defective product can also lead to arcing of contacts and fire.

: the contact stated the passenger side brake light was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop that attempted to replace the bulb. The repair shop determined the socket burned out and while placing the bulb in the socket, the driver side socket burned out as well. Both brake light sockets are being replaced. Updated 04/11/06.

Rear brake lights have failed numerous times, replaced up until this point at owners cost. A recall was issued, and I've been told that my vehicle VIN is not within the range that they are replacing. My vehicle can not be driven now as it has failed it's vehicle inspection. The lights have been replaced at least twice each already.

Rear brake light will stop working periodically due to melted socket. Owned the car since new and dealer replace sockets twice while under warranty. Since warranty expired I replaced the socket twice more on each side at a cost of $20.

Brake lights burns out on average of 3 to 4 times a year. I brought to the dealer for bulb replacement, but the problem occurs a few weeks later. A days ago, the problem recur. I brought it to the dealer and had them fixed it; however as, I drove off the lot, the brake light went out again. This problem has been recurring for the past 3 years. The dealer has replace the housing twice. Same problem occurred again and again.

Nhtsa action number : pe05051 rear brake light sockets melt/fail.

Light came on dash panel indicating there was a light problem, and discovered there were no brake lights. Took vehicle to a dealership. They said because there was heat so extensive from brake light that it melted and would cost $1200 for repairs. There was an extended warranty service plan through Ford. However, this was not covered because there was a technical service bulletin on this issue,TSB # pb8210/406 of 1-31-05. No repairs have been made but owner plans to pay for this out of pocket.

I have a 1998 Mercedes Benz slk 230. The brake lights malfunction on a regular basis. The service manager at the dealer informs me that this is a common failure of the tail light assembly. It seems that would be a safety issue.

There is a defect in 1998 - 2001 Mercedes Benz slk model cars tail lights and brake lights. The socket which houses the bulbs does not provide sufficient pressure to maintain electrical contact. The result of this is burned conctats, melted bulb housings and burned out tail and brake lights. This can lead to a fire or an accident in the event of failure. This defect has been reported by hundreds/thousands of slk owners to the manufacturer. The maufacturer refuses to acknowledge this defect and will do nothing to correct it if the vehicle is out of warrenty. The defect, if discovered by the owner prior to warranty expiration is corrected, but if the defect is not discovered in warranty the manufacturer will do nothing to correct it. Subsequent (post 2001) models have had this defect corrected but the pre 2001 vehicles still have this defect.

Tailligght assembly becomes heated and causes failure of the brake light socket/housing. Dealer states that this is a problem with this model and they can not keep the parts in stock fast enough to repair this problem.

Both brake lights malfuctioned after extended use. The heat caused the socket and housing to distort and melt, leading to failure of the lights. Consumer still has defective parts for inspections and testing. If NHTSA need these parts please contact consumer.

I own a 1999 Mercedes Benz Slk230. On December 18, 2004 I took the car into the dealership (friendly Mercedes Benz in wappingers falls, NY) due to a brake light problem. Dealer informed me of a known problem with the light overheating causing the assembly to melt and short out the light. Mercedes would not cover the replacement cost of $269. 50. Regardless of cost, the potential for a fire evidently exists. I read yesterday that an investigation has been opened in this very matter so I thought I'd provide yet another example of this type of occurrence.

Brake lights were inoperative. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the circuit board needed to be replaced. This information was provide by mrs. Margo's husband lenor karstadt.

Brake lights burn out frequently on my 1999 mercedes slk 230. Light sockets burn with discoloration and plastic melts at the socket and circuit board on the rear of the taillight. It is very difficult to remove the burned socket from the fixture. The intent of the design is to use finger pressure to twist the socket out. Due to the melting it requires the use of a wrench that then damages the socket sometimes to an unusable condition requiring replacement at owner cost. Dash "bulb out" warning light is too dim to notice and hidden from view behind the steering wheel. Bulb out warning light illuminates sometimes when there are no lights burned out so this makes it useless to determine what bulb is actually out if any. My car was in the mercedes shop for 30 days and returned to me with the comment ãƒâ¢ã‚ã‚condition could not be duplicatedãƒâ¢ã‚ã‚쳜 in regards to the taillight. All they had to do is remove it to see the burnt condition but they chose to ignore the problem. I have had to purchase a handful of sockets to keep on hand as they need replacing every month or so. I even purchased a new set of taillights, the entire housing and new sockets thinking this would solve the problem but they burned out a month later. I have turned the taillight over to NHTSA.

I purchased the car with 1,000 miles on it, I was the 3rd owner. 1st owner was dealer in NJ, 2-nd owner was my father. The problem started around 15,000 miles and has continued. The problem is with the rear brake3 light assembly. I have been told that this is a "known defect" that has not been recalled with the slk model that mercedes manufactures. I have been told the tail light assembly does not have a way to cool off and gets too hot and burns up causing the brake lights to loose connection and they fail. 4 different mechanics have all told me the same story. I was told that I could keep replacing the part and the same thing would happen again and again and I would not be able to correct this default because of the design of the model of this mercedes. I am afraid that I and my son which is 2 will be in a serious accident maybe even fatel if something is not done, I have gone to the dealership looking for help, they will not help me, they told me to go to mercedes, they will not help me. I have been show the part that gets too hot and looses its connection. I have them with me for proof of what I am saying is factual and mercedes is neglecting this issue. I assume they don't want to be bothered with an expensive recall. Please help us.

I have a mercedes-benz 1999 slk 230. The bulb socket for the brake light lamps in the rear light assembly keeps failing as the contacts do not make proper contact during vibrations leading to electric arcing at the contacts. The arcing builds up deposits that break the connectivity leading to inoperative rear brake lights (a safety issue) and heats up the area melting the plastic and fusing the socket to the assembly. There is a potential fire hazard here because of the open electric arcing. Related to open case pe05051. The bulb itself does not fail as currently described in that open investigation but the contact does. Mb's solution is to just replace the whole assembly with the same defect which fails again after a while.

Rearview mirror has fog inside the glass,making it impossible to see out of it. Brake lights and headlights continue to fail. Also, dash lights failed.