Model year guide

2008 Mercedes-benz clk

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Mercedes-benz clk is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2008 Mercedes-benz clk — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2008 Mercedes-benz clk at a glance

Safety recalls1

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2008 Mercedes-benz clk recalls 1

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #08V303000 · manufacturer #2008 070001 · 07/07/2008

MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING MY 2006-2008 M-CLASS, R-CLASS, MY 2005-2009 SLK-CLASS, MY 2005-2008 C-CLASS, MY 2003-2004 AND 2006-2008 CLK-CLASS, MY 2003-2008 E-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2008 CL-CLASS, MY 2008 CLS-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2007-2008 S-CLASS, MY 2003 G-CLASS, AND MY 2003-2004, 2006 AND 2009 SL-CLASS VEHICLES. A SOFTWARE CALIBRATION NUMBER (SCN) CODING RECEIVED ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES DURING A RECENT WORKSHOP VISIT WA…

Fix: DEALERS WILL RECODE THE SCN FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

Loss of rear lighting assembly Closed

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened an investigation based on consumer allegations of loss of rear lighting in model year (MY) 2008-2011 Mercedes Benz C-Class vehicles. Complainants alleged that one or both rear lighting assemblies fail to illuminate (i.e., all lights housed within the assembly extinguish, including the stop, tail, and turn signal functions) or illuminate dimly. In some reports, complain…

NHTSA #EA13008 · Exterior Lighting, Electrical System · opened Dec 2013 · closed May 2014

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 52

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 52.

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 brakin…

Bulletin LI42.10-P-078779 · Service Brakes · Sep 2026

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 workin…

Bulletin LI82.62-P-078631 · Structure · Sep 2026

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 workin…

Bulletin LI82.62-P-078631 · Structure · Aug 2026

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 experi…

Bulletin LI35.30-P-058566 · Power Train · Jul 2026

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 bac…

Bulletin LI82.30-P-059239 · Visibility/wiper · May 2026

Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is…

Bulletin LI82.10-P-078301 · Exterior Lighting · Apr 2026

Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is…

Bulletin LI82.10-P-078301 · Exterior Lighting · Mar 2026

Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A le…

Bulletin LI82.10-P-078307 · Exterior Lighting · Feb 2026

Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is…

Bulletin LI82.10-P-078301 · Exterior Lighting · Feb 2026

Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A le…

Bulletin LI82.10-P-078896 · Exterior Lighting · Feb 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CLK-CLASS RWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2008 Mercedes-benz clk trims & engines on record

Trims
CLK350
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl

2008 Mercedes-benz clk vehicles on record

Other Mercedes-benz clk model years

2008 Mercedes-benz clk — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Mercedes-benz clk have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2008 Mercedes-benz clk. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.