Mercedes Benz SLK280 owners have reported 3 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's roof and pillar (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Body problems | |
| Roof And Pillar problems |
Trunk failure. The trunk, when open, may suddenly fall very fast at any time. When you open the trunk it stays open but without warning may suddenly drop hitting you in the head. The trunk is actually quit heavy and can cause serious trauma to a person or damage to the vehicle as it slams down Read details...
2006 slk 280 wind noise on passenger side and top leaking, first event July 06 three months after purchasing car. Car has been in for repair of top leaking four times, dealer unable to repair. Last time car was in mercedes since their tech rep in to repair leak, top still leaks. Read details...