2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Recalls
Auto manufacturers have been issuing more and more recalls over the past
few years. The regularity of recall notices may be a sign that the 2000
Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class is or is not as reliable as similar vehicles.
Find out below how many recall notices have
been issued for the 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class and research any
that exist. Each official NHTSA 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
recall report, includes details of the problematic component, units affected,
solutions and more.
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| MSRP Range: | $41,000 | Show Me Dealer Pricing |
| Fuel Economy: | 21 city / 31 hwy mpg |
| Transmissions: | 5 Speed Automatic; 5 Speed Manual |
| Drivetrains: | Rear Wheel Drive |
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2000 SLK-Class Recalls
APR 15, 2001 | Recall ID#
56020
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE... More Details
APR 15, 2001 |
SLK
| Recall ID#
56020
| Component: |
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW |
| Recall Date: |
APR 15, 2001 |
| Model Affected: |
SLK |
| Potential Units Affected: |
2038 |
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Summary:
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE...
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Consequence:
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Remedy:
MERCEDES-BENZ DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SIDE AIR BAG FREE OF CHARGE. MERCEDES-BENZ HAS DECIDED TO CONDUCT A SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPLACE THE SIDE AIR BAG. OWNERS CAN CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372, CONCERNING THIS PROGRAM.
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Notes:
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
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JUN 13, 2002 | Recall ID#
55401
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND... More Details
JUN 13, 2002 |
SLK
| Recall ID#
55401
| Component: |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
| Recall Date: |
JUN 13, 2002 |
| Model Affected: |
SLK |
| Potential Units Affected: |
27863 |
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Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND...
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Consequence:
THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
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Remedy:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH HEADLAMP AIMING INSTRUCTIONS, AND DIRECTIONS FOR AFFIXING THESE INSERTS TO THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-201-573-0117.
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Notes:
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
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NOV 01, 2005 | Recall ID#
14480
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, FAILURE OF ONE OF THE SIDE BRAKE LIGHTS CAN OCCUR. THE BASE OF THE SOCKET CAN BE SUBJECT TO THERMAL DEFORMATION OVER... More Details
NOV 01, 2005 |
SLK
| Recall ID#
14480
| Component: |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Recall Date: |
NOV 01, 2005 |
| Model Affected: |
SLK |
| Potential Units Affected: |
69278 |
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Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, FAILURE OF ONE OF THE SIDE BRAKE LIGHTS CAN OCCUR. THE BASE OF THE SOCKET CAN BE SUBJECT TO THERMAL DEFORMATION OVER...
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Consequence:
THIS DEFORMATION CAN CAUSE MOVEMENT IN THE SOCKET-TO-BULB CONNECTION, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A LOOSENING OF THE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS IN THE SOCKET, AND FAILURE OF THE BULB TO ILLUMINATE.
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Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR LAMP MODULES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2006, TO APPROXIMATELY 8,200 OWNERS. PHASE II MAILING IS SCHEDULE ON OR ABOUT NOVEMBER 3, 2006, AND PHASE III MAILING IS SCHEDULE FOR JANUARY 2007 FOR THE REMAINING OWNERS. OWNERS OF VEHICLES WITH THE UPDATED TRIM (POST-FACE LIFT) WILL GET AN INTERIM NOTICE DURING NOVEMBER 2006, ASKING THEM TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR REAR TAIL LAMP REPLACEMENT LATER IN 2007. HOWEVER, IF THEY EXPERIENCE AN ACTUAL REAR LAMP FAILURE BEFORE THEY RECEIVE THAT NOTICE, THEY SHOULD COME TO THEIR DEALER IMMEDIATELY FOR A FREE REPAIR. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.
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Notes:
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. 2006080005
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