Electrical System Problems of Mercedes Benz SLK230

Mercedes Benz SLK230 owners have reported 24 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 13 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (8 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's dash wiring (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Mercedes Benz SLK230

The Electrical System problem

The transmission on my 26700 miles car did not shift and the car wouldn’t move on the intersection as well as on the highway where the car would just roll without accepting the gas pedal. Most dangerous on the intersection where cars behind mine would just go without making sure my mercedes   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 Fuses And Circuit Breaker problem

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.   Read details...

The Ignition problem

Spark plug failed caused engine to stall. Yh   Read details...

The Instrument Panel problem

For my slk 230 1999 , sport package, the red and black interiors, fade away constantly , the red paint on dash and center console is very delicate, it will scratch all the way deep enough to see the black original color of the same. . .   Read details...




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