2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 recalls and problems

The 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 has 0 recalls and 5 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is electronic stability control.

2001 Mercedes-Benz Slk230
Pictured: a 2001 model; the 2002 may differ in details. Photo: 2001 Mercedes-Benz Slk230 by SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
How the 2002 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Average complaint count among 5 SLK230 model years — 3rd most.

0recalls
5complaints
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
120,800median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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0 recalls

No recall campaigns on file.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2017: 2 complaints201722020: 2 complaints20202022: 1 complaints20221

2002 vs. other Mercedes-Benz SLK230 years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2002. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 have recalls?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK230. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK230?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention electronic stability control (2), power train (2), service brakes (2). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.