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Mercedes-Benz SLK32 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every SLK32 from 2004 to 2004: 2 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 1 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2004 (2). Best fuel economy: 17 mpg combined (2004).

Mercedes-Benz SLK32
Photo: Vauxford · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine1
Exterior lights1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20040217

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz SLK32?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2004 (2).

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz SLK32 had?

Across 2004–2004, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).