2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 recalls and problems

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 has 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 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 SLK55 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 20,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 complaints

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

Air Bags · reported Dec 22, 2017

Car has been under recall for almost 2 years and they still have no resolution. They continue to say that they cannot predict when the air bags will be available

Air Bags · at 20,000 miles · reported Jul 11, 2016

Takata recall: received recall notice from mercedes benz in february, but they have no replacement part at this time. I need the use of vehicle, but AM afraid to use because of the recall. Mercedes benz is not doing anything for their customers as they are saying the car should be safe to drive. Is there anything that can be done to get a loaner vehicle or get mb and takata to come up with replacement part or reimbursement for lost use of vehicle?

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK55: 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 SLK55?

Owners report air bags problems most often (2 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 20,000 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.