Mercedes Benz SLK350 owners have reported 7 engine and engine cooling related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common engine and engine cooling problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's engine and engine cooling (5 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's check engine light on (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems | |
| Check Engine Light On 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...
Exited onto freeway offramp and car engine shut off (there was a little shaking prior and check engine light went on). Was able to start the car again and drive 1/2 mile to look for parking spot. When backing into parking spot, car engine shut off again. 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...