Steering Problems of Mercedes Benz SLK230

Mercedes Benz SLK230 owners have reported 1 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering column (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Steering related problems of Mercedes Benz SLK230

Problem Category Number of Problems
Steering Column problems
1

Steering Column problem #1

While driving, the steering column shaft sheared off completely leaving the car with no steering control. Thanks to god this occurred right after a highway exit and while turning into my driveway. If this shaft had sheared 10 minutes before on a highway at 60mph speed, it would have lead to a possible fatalities and severe multi cars accident on a public high way traveling well over 65 mph speed.



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