Mercedes Benz SLK230 owners have reported 10 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's roof and pillar (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Roof And Pillar problems | |
| Body problems | |
| Trunk Lid problems | |
| Door problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate Support Device problems | |
| Dashboard Crack problems |
Hard top convertible will not open -- the micron chip has been replaced twice by the dealer. Hard top convertible squeaking noise -- I have taken the car in 6 times for the same problem; only occurs when car sits in direct sunlight at 85 degrees or hotte( dot number: ) Read details...
The gray interior of the Mercedes Benz 1998 Slk230 was peeling off the console and most of the rest of the interior. It seemed to be a gray plastic film which was put over what looked like black leather. Read details...
Trunk lid does not close all the way. Read details...
The car had a bad left door panel that was fixed under warranty last year. This summer I noticed that it was loose at the top so I had my wife take it in to be fixed. They fixed the panel and my drove home. Read details...
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. Read details...