Power Train Problems of Mercedes Benz SLK230

Mercedes Benz SLK230 owners have reported 10 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Power Train problems of Mercedes Benz SLK230

The Automatic Transmission problem

Engine threw a rod through the transmission and engine block at 84,000 miles for no reason.   Read details...

The Power Train problem

I,, was at the intersection of i35 and schertz parkway, in schertz. When the light changed, I saw no vehicles entering into y lane, so I proceeded to cross the intersection. I felt a big hit, and at first I couldnot figure out what had happened. Ifelt my face bleeding and hurting.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Cooler problem

Transmission is leaking. Yh   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Control Module 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 Clutch problem

This model has been evolved several times by the manufacturer more to market and in a hastily time,perhaps at the expense of the consumer and requires thorough investigation. No safety defect.   Read details...




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