2007 Mercedes Benz Slk280 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Air Bags (15) · Vehicle Speed Control (1) · Tires:tread/Belt (1)
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Safety recalls (2)
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm):software 2022-03-18 · campaign 22V168000 · 22 vehicles
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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module 2016-02-11 · campaign 16V081000 · 711,159 vehicles
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 ML320 BlueTec 4Matic, GL320 BlueTec 4Matic and R320 CDI 4Matic, 2011 E350 Cabriolet and E550 Cabriolet, 2009-2011 ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML550 4Matic, ML63 AMG, and C63 AMG, 2010-2011 ML450 4Matic Hybrid, E350 Coupe, E350 4Matic, E550 Coupe, E550 4Matic, and E63 AMG, 2011-2012 GL350 BlueTec 4Matic and R350 BlueTec 4Matic, 2009-2012 GL450 4Matic, GL550 4Matic and R350 4Matic, 2007-2008 SLK280, SLK350, and SLK55 AMG, 2011-201
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: MBUSA will their notify owners, and Fiat Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler owners. Dealers for the respective brands will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Mercedes-Benz owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 and Chrysler owners may contact Fiat Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Service bulletins (56)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Service Brakes 2026-09-22 · LI42.10-P-078779 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60mph. note: although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while braking. cause although the cause of the vibra
Structure:body 2026-09-14 · LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. cause under analysis. remedy to narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • if the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary,
Structure:body 2026-08-06 · LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. cause under analysis. remedy to narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • if the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary,
Power Train 2026-07-14 · LI35.30-P-058566 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). the noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. note: sound file in attachment cause if the complaint is eliminated by experimentally loosening the outboard collar n
Visibility/Wiper 2026-05-19 · LI82.30-P-059239 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint there are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: a: wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering b: the windshield is not wiped completely (streaking) c: during the downward movement water is pulled back onto the windshield from the a-pillar
Suspension 2026-05-13 · LI35.10-P-078931 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint potential corrosion on the rear axle carrier cause due to market-specific conditions such as moisture, ingress of dirt and/or environmental influences, corrosion can occur on the rear axle carrier remedy in the event of a complaint, the optimized repair method must be used when replacing t
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What owners report
2026-02-19 · Air Bags“i am the owner of a 2007 mercedes-benz slk280 with vin: [xxx]. my vehicle was part of the takata airbag recall, but the airbags were never replaced. currently, the nhtsa recall status for my vin shows "no active recalls," even though the repair was not completed. this creates a serious safety risk. i request that nhtsa investigate why my vin is ma…”
2018-07-19 · Air Bags · 29,000 mi“takata recall. there was a nhtsa campaign to recall my vehicle's airbags-- number 16v081000. i was contacted by mail numerous times my mercedes national headquarters, indicating there was a recall and the replacement airbag was on order. they indicated i would be contacted later when the parts became available at my local mercedes dealer. i was co…”
2018-06-12 · Air Bags · 12,600 mi“i remain unable to obtain replacement takeda airbags from mercedes benz for the past 3 years. when i last filed a complaint with nhtsa on 12/26/2017 (complaint number 11056636) i was informed by mercedes, [xxx] , vp customer services that my car replacement airbags would be available by june 30, 2018 and that mercedes would be calling me to make th…”
2018-05-21 · Air Bags“2007 mercedes benz slk 280. consumer writes in regards to takata airbag safety recall. *ld *js…”
2018-05-15 · Air Bags“tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2007 mercedes-benz slk280. the contact stated that the recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 16v081000 (air bags) was received in february of 2016. after contacting the dealer (mercedes-benz of kansas city in kansas city, mo), the contact was informed that the parts needed to repair the defect were not avail…”
2017-12-26 · Air Bags · 11,000 mi“i am unable to get replacement air bags and was advised to file a complaint. i called 2 dealerships today, again (mercedes benz massapequa and rockville center) and neither has received the airbags from takeda.…”
2017-12-06 · Air Bags“tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2007 mercedes-benz slk280. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v081000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. sullivan-parkhill imports (401 w marketview dr, …”
2017-11-13 · Air Bags“takata recall: the mercades dealership does not have replacement airbags and does not know when they might be available.…”
2017-10-27 · Air Bags“takata recall either these airbags are safe and the recall needs to be rescinded or the airbags are unsafe? if deemed unsafe then all inventories and production needs to be directed towards resolving this issue. airbag production should be directed to correct this recall instead of new car production. could this be a stall tactic by the auto m…”
2017-10-24 · Air Bags · 93,000 mi“takata recall. i stopped by my local mercedes dealership about this recall. according to james motor co. lexington, ky, currently there isn't a replacement available. that james motor co. would contact me when they received the replacement. after receiving a notification from tk holdings inc. i see where they are filing chapter 11. i am concerned t…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.