2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 recalls and problems
No recalls and 26 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320.
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2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
rear lights malfunction and UNKNOWN
Driving low speed, about 30 MPH, right front wheel begins braking in anti-lock mode. Car pulls right. BAS/ESP light comes on. Was just driving, never touched the brake pedal.
while driving on the highway/freeway system in the Portland Oregon area on several occasions one of which i initiated myself activated the cruise control immediately after initiating the vehicle began to increase its speed to the continuing to speeds well beyond the 100 mile per hour mark I was not able to deactivate…
* Brake system has failed by brakes applying randomly; research indicates due to faulty YAW sensor and Lateral Movement sensor per mechanic who retrieved the codes. Per Mercedes Benz, these sensors are no longer available and they're no longer making them. There are no aftermarket parts available. * Brakes have…
SLK320 CAR AUTO APPLIES BREAKS TILL CARS STOPS ! VERY DANGEROUS
SLK320 model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 0 | 26 | 1 | 1 |
| 2002 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Questions
- Does the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320?
- Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (12 complaints), followed by electronic stability control (esc) (10).
- How many 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 1 of 26 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 21, 2025.