Mercedes-Benz CLK recalls

13 official safety recalls for the Mercedes-Benz CLK from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Sunroof panel may detach

    Reported November 19, 2024Model years 2003–2009NHTSA campaign 24V87400033,456 vehicles affected

    The glass sunroof panel may not be secured properly and could detach, creating a road hazard and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the panel as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.
    Consequence
    A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 22V-954. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120001/2/3.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  2. Sliding roof glass may separate from its frame

    Reported February 6, 2023Model years 2002–2008DVSA recall R/2023/02016,335 vehicles affected

    The bond between the glass panel and sliding roof frame may be inadequate, allowing the glass to separate from the vehicle. The panel will be checked and the sliding roof replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame might not meet specifications.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame might not meet specifications. In consequence a separation of the glass panel from the vehicle cannot be excluded.
    Remedy
    Check the glass panel and replace the sliding roof if necessary.

  3. Sunroof panel may detach

    Reported December 23, 2022Model years 2003–2009NHTSA campaign 22V954000131,653 vehicles affected

    The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and could detach, becoming a road hazard and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the panel as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.
    Consequence
    A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands NHTSA recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023010004, 2023010005, and 2023010006.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  4. Incorrect control unit software may cause system failures

    Reported March 18, 2022Model years 2009NHTSA campaign 22V16800022 vehicles affected

    Incorrect software may cause system failures, including loss of drive power, reduced exterior lighting or loss of stability and traction control, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the affected control unit software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2010 E350, 2014 G550, 2008-2009 C300, 2008 C350, 2009 CLK550, 2007 SL550, SLK280, and 2008 SLK350 vehicles. Various control units may have been updated with incorrect software configuration during a service repair. This can result in various system failures, such as loss of drive power, reduced exterior lighting, or loss of dynamic control functions, including stability and traction control.
    Consequence
    Various system failures, such as loss of drive power, reduced exterior lighting, or loss of dynamic control functions including stability and traction control, can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the software configuration on the affected control units, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040003.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  5. Sliding roof glass bonding may not meet specifications

    Reported May 28, 2021Model years 2005–2006DVSA recall R/2021/1451,240 vehicles affected

    The bond between the glass panel and sliding roof frame may not meet specifications. The bonding will be checked and the sliding roof replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE BONDING BETWEEN THE GLASS PANEL AND THE SLIDING ROOF FRAME MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
    Defect
    The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame might not meet specifications.
    Remedy
    Check the glass panel bonding on the affected vehicles and replace the sliding roof if necessary.

  6. Sunroof glass bonding may fail

    Reported March 19, 2021Model years 2006–2007NHTSA campaign 21V19600011,356 vehicles affected

    Bonding between the glass panel and sliding roof frame may deteriorate, allowing the panel to detach and become a road hazard. Dealers will inspect the bonding and replace the sliding roof as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2007 C350, C230, C280, CLK350, E320CDI, E350 Wagon, E350, 2006 C55 AMG, CLK500, CLS500, CLS55 AMG, E500 Wagon, E500, E55 AMG, 2007 CLK550, CLS550, CLS63 AMG, E550, E63 AMG, and E63 Wagon AMG vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly causing the glass panel to detach from the vehicle.
    Consequence
    A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040012.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  7. Sliding roof glass bonding may fail

    Reported May 4, 2020Model years 2000–2010DVSA recall R/2019/45872,528 vehicles affected

    The bond between the glass panel and sliding roof frame may not meet specifications. The bonding will be checked and the sliding roof replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE BONDING BETWEEN THE GLASS PANEL AND THE SLIDING ROOF FRAME MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
    Defect
    The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame might not meet specifications
    Remedy
    Check the glass panel bonding on the affected vehicles and replace the sliding roof if necessary

  8. Sunroof glass may detach from the vehicle

    Reported December 20, 2019Model years 2003–2009NHTSA campaign 19V918000747,928 vehicles affected

    The bond between the glass panel and sliding roof frame may deteriorate, allowing the glass to detach and become a road hazard, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the bond and replace the sliding roof as needed free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V918-4126.pdf
    Consequence
    A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020040011.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  9. Crankshaft sensor may interrupt engine operation

    Reported November 17, 2008Model years 2006–2007DVSA recall R/2008/149154,648 vehicles affected

    An electrical connection inside the crankshaft sensor may fail, causing loss of power and preventing the engine from restarting. The crankshaft sensor will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE COULD LOSE POWER.
    Defect
    The electrical connection in the interior of the crankshaft sensor's chip housing may be interrupted which may result in loss of power and the inability to restart engine
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and replace crankshaft sensor

  10. Incorrect control unit software may affect engine shut-off

    Reported November 10, 2008Model years 2004–2008DVSA recall R/2008/147504 vehicles affected

    Incorrect control unit software may affect emergency engine shut-off, the onboard diagnosis system, or the tank or speedometer signal. Replace the SAM control unit.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE EMERGENCY SHUT OFF ON BOARD DIAGNOSIS OR TANK/SPEEDO SIGNAL MAY BE AFFECTED
    Defect
    Possibility of transfer of incorrect control unit software which could affect engine shut off control in an emergency situation or the on board diagnosis system or tank/speedometer signal
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and replace SAM control unit

  11. Incorrect software coding may prevent fuel pump shutdown after a crash

    Reported July 7, 2008Model years 2003–2008NHTSA campaign 08V303000404 vehicles affected

    Incorrect software coding may affect safety functions, including whether the fuel pump receives the signal to shut off after a crash. Dealers will recode the software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
    Defect
    MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING MY 2006-2008 M-CLASS, R-CLASS, MY 2005-2009 SLK-CLASS, MY 2005-2008 C-CLASS, MY 2003-2004 AND 2006-2008 CLK-CLASS, MY 2003-2008 E-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2008 CL-CLASS, MY 2008 CLS-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2007-2008 S-CLASS, MY 2003 G-CLASS, AND MY 2003-2004, 2006 AND 2009 SL-CLASS VEHICLES. A SOFTWARE CALIBRATION NUMBER (SCN) CODING RECEIVED ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES DURING A RECENT WORKSHOP VISIT WAS INCORRECT. DEPENDING ON THE MODEL YEAR AND MODEL AFFECTED, THE RESULTS OF AN INCORRECT SCN CODING CAN AFFECT A NUMBER OF VEHICLE SAFETY AND EMISSION FUNCTIONS INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF FUNCTIONS: (1) THE FUEL GAUGE READINGS MAY BE INCORRECT; (2) A STUCK FUEL-LEVEL SENSOR MAY NOT BE DISPLAYED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER; (3) THE OBD SYSTEM MAY CAUSE THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE INCORRECTLY; AND, (4) THE SPEEDOMETER MAY BE OUT OF TOLERANCE.
    Consequence
    IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMP MAY NOT RECEIVE A CRASH SIGNAL THAT IS REQUIRED FOR THE FUEL PUMP TO DISCONNECT AND PREVENT FUTURE FUEL DELIVERY AS DESIGNED.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL RECODE THE SCN FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.
    Notes
    MERCEDES-BENZ RECALL NO. 2008 070001.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  12. Seat belt buckle may fail to lock

    Reported December 19, 2003Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 03V5340004,348 vehicles affected

    A burr on a buckle locking component could prevent the seat belt from locking, leaving an occupant improperly restrained in a crash. Dealers will replace the seat belts.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SOME SEAT BELT BUCKLES MAY HAVE A BURR ON A METAL COMPONENT OF THE LOCKING MECHANISM. THE PRESENCE OF THE BURR COULD PREVENT THE SEAT BELT FROM LOCKING UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES.
    Consequence
    IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.
    Notes
    MERCEDES-BENZ RECALL NO. 2003 120006.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

  13. Front seat belt anchor weld may fail

    Reported February 11, 1999Model years 1999NHTSA campaign 99V0300002,600 vehicles affected

    A defective weld on the bolt's weld nut may prevent the front shoulder belt anchorages from adequately securing the seat belts in a crash. Dealers will repair the shoulder belt anchor assembly.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
    Defect
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A DEFECTIVE WELD WAS DISCOVERED ON THE WELD NUT FOR THE BOLT USED TO SECURE THE FRONT SHOULDER SEAT BELT GUIDES.
    Consequence
    DUE TO THIS DEFECTIVE WELD, THE ANCHORAGES MAY NOT ADEQUATELY SECURE THE FRONT SEAT BELTS IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE SHOULDER BELT ANCHOR ASSEMBLY.
    Notes
    OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 5, 1999.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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