2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (6 reports).

3Recalls
14Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 recalls

Sunroof Glass Can Detach and Become a Road Hazard

Recall 24V874Nov 19, 202433,456 vehicles affected

The glass sunroof panel on certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles may not be properly secured, so it can detach while driving.

Sunroof Glass May Detach While Driving, Risking a Crash

Recall 22V954Dec 23, 2022131,653 vehicles affected

The glass sunroof panel on certain vehicles may not be properly secured to the vehicle, so it can come loose and detach while the car is being driven.

Sunroof Glass Can Detach, Creating Road Hazard

Recall 19V918Dec 20, 2019747,928 vehicles affected

The adhesive bonding the sunroof glass panel to its sliding frame can deteriorate over time.

Most common 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 problems

Problem areas named in the 14 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel/Propulsion System6
Seat Belts3
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)1
Power Train1
Air Bags1
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2025-04-27, Unknown Or Other
After evaluation by garage it is concluded that there’s subframe damage to the vehicle
2018-01-23, Fuel/Propulsion System
STRONG GAS SMELL FROM REAR SEAT WHENEVER GAS FILLED UP.
2017-12-27, Fuel/Propulsion System
MY CAR AFTER FUELING LEAKS A VERY STRONG FUEL SMELL ENTERS MY CAR. THE STRONG FUEL VAPOR WILL REMAIN UNTIL THE TANK GETS BELOW 3/4. IT WILL BE THERE WHETHER IT IS IN MOTION, STATIONARY, OR AT IDLE. MY ENTIRE GARAGE WILL SMELL OF FUEL DURING THIS TIME WHEN THE TANK IS FULL. I KNOW MERCEDES RECALLED THE E CLASS FUEL TANK BECAUSE OF THIS SAME ISSUE. MY CLK500 IS THE SAME AS THE E CLASS BUT THE CONVERTIBLE VERSION. THESE ARE DANGEROUS FAULTY TANKS THAT NEED TO BE RECALLED IN EVERY VEHICLE THEY INSTALLED THEM IN.
2016-07-15, Fuel/Propulsion System
AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE. OTHER COMPLAINTS OF THIS NATURE IN YOUR SYSTEM. RECALL ALREADY ISSUED FOR OTHER MODEL MERCEDES BENZ WITH SAME ISSUE.
2015-11-17, Seat Belts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ CLK500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED AND THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 121,000.

2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 questions

Does the 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK500: Sunroof Glass Can Detach and Become a Road Hazard; Sunroof Glass May Detach While Driving, Risking a Crash; Sunroof Glass Can Detach, Creating Road Hazard. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK500?

Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (6), Seat Belts (3), Fuel System, Gasoline (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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