2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 recalls and problems

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 has 1 safety recall and 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

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Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 recalls

Recall 16V-081: Air Bags

Reported Feb 11, 2016 · 711,159 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Problem: 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, 2011-2014 SLS AMG Coupe, 2012 SLS AMG Cabriolet, 2013-2014 SLS AMG GT and SLS AMG GT Cabriolet, 2005 C230 Kompressor and C320, 2006-2007 C230, 2006-2011 C350, 2008-2011 C300 and C300 4Matic, 2010-2012 GLK350 and GLK350 4Matic and 2007-2008 Chrysler Crossfire vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

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.

2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	4
Electrical System	2
Tires	1
Power Train	1
Structure	1
Unknown or Other	1

Most reported parts

Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 29,120 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Nov 6, 2017

Takata recall notified over a year ago of recall. We have called 4 times to dealer since we received notice and they still cannot tell us anything. Now I see they have filed bankrupcy. I have a car that I do not feel safe driving and cannot put anyone in the other seat.

Air Bags · reported Oct 26, 2016

"takata recall" - my 2008 mercedes-benz slk280 has not had the airbag replaced as of oct. 26, 2016. My vehicle has an airbag with a takata made inflator, according to the recall notice.

Air Bags · reported Jun 28, 2016

Takata recall#16v-081 trying to get help from dealership having difficulties. I'm uncertain if I have other unknown issues as checked marked. This is the 2nd recall. I AM having a safety concern on this vehicle I purchased and management is not cooperating/ assisting upset over a previous defective battery. I AM uncertain if the same issue is recurring and or effecting the door locks, dome lights, electronics, lights, vehicle will not start.

Structure · at 29,120 miles · reported Oct 30, 2014

The convertible hard top hydraulic system start to leak oil to driver and passenger seat. The hard top does not move and difficult to close. I have received notification from several owners that it is a current problem of all vehicles of models. This is an unsafely problem, since the hard top, rear glass and trunk has problem to be locked completely. Apparently the mercedes benz manufacturer know that the hydraulic cylinders seals fail, once the mineral oil lose its property. This mean that hydraulic system get not protected after such oil is inappropriate to protect the seal, resulting on…

Air Bags · at 56,000 miles · reported Jan 31, 2014

The contact owns a 2008 mercedes benz slk280. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, he crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy and the contact sustained chest injuries from the seat belt. The vehicle sustained severe damage to the front end and was towed to a collision center for repairs. A police report was not filed of the incident. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280: 16V-081 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280?

Owners report air bags problems most often (4 reports), followed by electrical system (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 29,120 miles.

Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.