2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK550 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK550 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (1 report).

3Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your CLK550?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK550 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK550 problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel/Propulsion System1

What owners report

2017-11-07, Fuel/Propulsion System
I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE USED FROM A PRIVATE PARTY ON 10/21/17 WITH 76,860 MILES. I FILLED THE TANK WITH GAS, PARKED IT MY GARAGE, DOOR CLOSED. NEXT MORNING THERE A VERY STRONG ODOR OF RAW GAS. A MERCEDES DEALER CONFIRMED THROUGH DIAGNOSTICS AND A SMOKE TEST THAT BOTH SENDING UNITS AND SEALS WERE DEFECTIVE, AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK550 questions

Does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK550 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK550: 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK550?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK550 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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