CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (2 reports).
2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 recalls
Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location
A software fault in the emergency call system (eCall) can cause the date and time recorded for the system to differ from the actual date and time.
Rear Wheel Lock Nuts May Loosen, Raising Crash Risk
Some 2016 SLK300 vehicles built between January 19, 2016 and April 19, 2016 may have improperly manufactured lock nuts on the rear wheel tie rod connection.
Vehicle May Roll Away After Power Loss While Driving
The backup power supply for the ignition switch may not be properly connected.
Camshaft Welds May Fail, Risking Engine Stall
Some vehicles have intake or exhaust camshafts with welds that may fail.
Most common 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
SUNROOF PANEL DETACH AND LET GLASS PANEL LOOSE ON ROADWAY. I FELL THAT MY MODEL SHOULD ALSO BE PART OF THIS CLASSIFIED AS 22V-954. HOWEVER, SINCE IT WAS NOT ON THE LIST SO THERE FORE THEY REFUSED TO RECOGNIZE IT AS BEING ONE OF THERE PROBLEM. I BELIEVE THIS IS AN OVER SIGHT WITH THEM. I REPORTED IT TO THEM AROUND JULY 31 2025 TO THE MERCEDES CARE PEOPLE. THEY TOLD ME THAT SINCE MY CAR DID NOT HAVE A WARRANTY OR AN EXTENDED WARRANTY AND THAT THE CAR WAS OVER NINE YEARS OLD PLUS WITH THE MILEAGE ON THE CAR THAT THIS WAS NOT THERE PROBLEM. MY INSURANCE AGENT TOLD ME THAT THIS WAS A MECHAICAL FAILURE AND THATA THEY WOULD NOT BE COVER UNDER MY POLICY. HOWEVER AFTER READING THIS ARTICLE THEY KNEW
VAPOR CANISTER FELL OF UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE. PART NUMBER 171-470-00-59 AT HIGH SPEED THIS HAS THE POTENTIAL TO BE CATASTROPHIC AS THE PART IS LARGER THAN THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND COULD HAVE PUNCTURED GAS TANK IF TANK IS IN REAR CLOSE TO PART. FORTUNATELY I WAS BACKING OUT OF GARAGE AND I WAS ABLE TO STOP AND LOOK. THE IMAGE OF IT UNDER CAR IS WITH CAR ON AN 8 INCH BLOCK OF WOOD
2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 questions
Does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300: Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Rear Wheel Lock Nuts May Loosen, Raising Crash Risk; Vehicle May Roll Away After Power Loss While Driving; Camshaft Welds May Fail, Risking Engine Stall. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2), Structure (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 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.