Table 1 shows two common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2005 Mercedes Benz SLK350. The number one most common problem is related to the engine and engine cooling (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine shut off without warning (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems | |
| Engine Shut Off Without Warning problems |
Improper heat treatment of the balance shaft spocket causing the balance shaft to worn out resulting in advance timing of the cam. Mercedes acknowledges it's an known issue but don't cover cost of fixing it. Read details...
The contact owns a 2005 Mercedes Benz Slk350. The contact stated that the vehicle suddenly shut off twice while driving 40 mph. There was plenty of fuel in the vehicle during both failures. The vehicle could not be restarted once it shut off. Read details...