Mercedes-Benz SLK Recalls
4 recalls affecting the Mercedes-Benz SLK (0–0).
4
Active recalls
0
Resolved recalls
4
Total recalls
What this means for Mercedes-Benz SLK owners
4 of 4 notices for this model are active and 0 are resolved. The most recent notice was published 6 June 2017. Each notice below carries the exact hazard, remedy and supplier contact details.
Safety-recall repairs are carried out free of charge by the supplier conducting the recall. If a notice below covers your vehicle, contact that supplier.
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0 Mercedes-Benz SLK
The left window airbag may not have been manufactured to specifications. In the event of an accident where the left window airbag is activated it may not deploy.
Light Vehicle
6 June 2017
0 Mercedes-Benz SLK
The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software does not correspond to specifications. In rare cases this may cause the brakes to remain slightly engaged after an automatic brake intervention by a driver assistance system (e.g.. cruise control) which would lead to continuous vehicle deceleration.
Light Vehicle
1 June 2017
0 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Incorrectly sized nuts may have been fitted to the tie rods on the rear axle. If these nuts come loose it may alter the steering characteristics of the vehicle.
Light Vehicle
9 June 2016
0 Mercedes-Benz SLK
In the event of a failure of the main battery the electronic ignition lock will not be supplied with power by the backup battery. If the engine stops during use the electric parking brake and the transmission position 'P' cannot be activated.
Light Vehicle
2 May 2016
Mercedes-Benz SLK recall questions
How do I check if my Mercedes-Benz SLK has a recall?
Browse the recall notices listed on this page - each shows the model years affected. For an instant answer on a specific vehicle, paste its VIN into the RecallAU search; it checks your car against every published Australian recall list in one go.
Is the recall check free?
Yes. RecallAU is free to use, and so are the repairs - under Australian law, repairs carried out as part of a vehicle safety recall are provided free of charge by the supplier conducting the recall.
What do I do if my Mercedes-Benz SLK is recalled?
Open the matching recall below to read the hazard and remedy, then contact the supplier named on the notice. The supplier arranges and pays for the repair. Registering your vehicle on RecallAU gets you an email alert if a new recall is published for it.
Buying a used Mercedes-Benz SLK - what should I check?
Check this page for outstanding recalls across the model years you are considering, then run the specific vehicle's VIN through the search page before you buy. An unrepaired safety recall is a repair bill you inherit.
Recall facts on this page reference the official notices published by suppliers on vehiclerecalls.gov.au, linked from each recall above. RecallAU is an independent service and not a government website.